Chapter III. Let not those who seem to be somewhat, and teach strange doctrines, strike thee with apprehension; but stand thou in the truth, as an athlete656 who is smitten, for it is [the part] of a great athlete to be smitten, and [yet] conquer. More especially is it fitting that we should bear everything for the sake of God, that He also may bear us. Be [still] more diligent than thou yet art. Be discerning of the times. Look for Him that is above the times, Him who has no times, Him who is invisible, Him who for our sakes became visible, Him who is impalp- able, Him who is impassible, Him who for our sakes suffered, Him who endured everything in every form for our sakes. 656 The Greek has ἄκμων, “an anvil.” Chapter III. 253 Chapter III.