We are strong and smart only as our convictions and beliefs.....
Your convictions and beliefs are a major part of who you are.
Ones convictions must be as hard, sharp and useful as the steel of a sword. If
they are not, they are useful for nothing more than show.
They determine your commitment to the righteous lifestyle,
to your training, to your friends and family, and to your overall
self-improvement.
Without strong convictions concerning right and wrong, a
being has no compass for his/her life. Our convictions are the driving force
behind our code of ethics.
Without a strong belief in the importance of honour and
integrity, you will find that these traits become less important to you, and
consequently, they will become flexible.
Situational ethics is not fitting for the warrior in us. Honour and
integrity should never be compromised.
It takes a lot of courage to maintain your honour and
integrity in the face of those who neither understand nor respect these
qualities, and who will verbally attack you concerning your beliefs.
Without courage, you will stumble, and courage requires
strong convictions. The righteous lifestyle is not the easiest path to take.
You have to believe in the value of living your life
according to the strict standards that are required for this lifestyle.
You will not be successful if you don’t know why you have
chosen the path of the warrior.
You have to have a strong belief in what you are doing and
know why you are doing it.
Without conviction, you have a major chink in your armour.
