Perhaps the time of strongest temptation to live wickedly is immediately after making strong resolutions.

A relapse into sin seems most natural.

After making such resolves the exaltation happiness and rejoicing raises us up to the third heaven.

Then Evil begins its strongest assault.

The inclination to sin attacks from within.

Not that there will be a swift fall. That does not necessarily follow.

But rather it is by giving in to small temptations. Little yieldings.

To stand invincible for a month or two is the hardest task for the soul that has thrown off the slavery of Satan.

The greatest bravery is needed. Bravery in obeying conscience.

But by standing firm against the first assaults, you have won.

For each assault repulsed, the attack becomes weaker and weaker.

Now is the time be be more brave. More courageous. More self-sacrificing.

The struggle to conquer will be hard.

But the sweetness of victory will be well worth it.

Now is this time, above all other times, there must be no slackening. No compromise.

So "Forward!" then -

"In God's Name."