Does the surging sea look dark and dangerous? Unquestionably it is so. . . . He who calls to you from the sea, however, knows what it will mean; and knowing, He still beckons you, and bids you come. You must do it. You cannot hold back. You have enjoyed yourself in religion long enough. You have had pleasant feelings, pleasant songs, pleasant meetings, pleasant prospects. There has been much of human happiness, much clapping of hands, and firing of volleys—very much of Heaven on earth. Now, then, go to God, and tell Him you are prepared as far as necessary to turn your back upon it all, and that you are willing to spend the rest of your days grappling with these perishing multitudes, cost you what it may.
(General William Booth)