'As the path grew more narrow, we decided that we could no longer go with safety on horseback, and we left the horses and went on foot, in single file, following in the footsteps of one another. At this time small cords were let down from the top of the pure white wall; these we eagerly grasped, to aid in keeping our balance on the path. As we traveled, the cord moved along with us. The path finally became so narrow that we concluded that we could travel more safely without our shoes; so we slipped them from our feet, and went on some distance without them. Soon it was decided that we could travel more safely without our stockings; these were removed,and we journeyed on with bare feet.'

In this section we find more about giving up. The cord that hangs form the wall is the word of God and it is a great help to those who will take hold of it. The people in the group began to give up the things that they probably thought would keep them from harm in the path. But soon what was considered a safety precaution was a hazard to the progression of the company. 

Some things in our life may seem to us as essential to survival, health, academic success, and so on; but we must ask the question... Does God know better than me when the time is right to give these things up? Surely the God who created us, our desires, and the things that attract and repel us would know what is the best for us.

But how do we know that it is God leading us to make these decisions and not the devil? It's a tough question and it is also imperative to know the answer. Let us know in the comments what you think the best way forward is.