The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan

glorious. As for present deliverance, they do not much expect it, for
they patiently wait for their triumph — and they shall have it when
their King comes in His glory with all of His angels.”
APOLLYON: "You have already been unfaithful in your service to Him
— so why do you think that you will receive His wages?"
CHRISTIAN: "In what, O Apollyon, have I been unfaithful to Him?”
APOLLYON: "You were discouraged at first setting out, when you were
almost choked in the Swamp of Despond! You attempted wrong ways to
be rid of your burden — whereas you should have waited until your
King had taken it off! You sinfully slept and lost your scroll! At the sight
of the lions, you were almost persuaded to go back! And when you
talked of your journey, and of what you have heard and seen, you were
secretly proud of all that you said and did!"
CHRISTIAN: "All this is true, and much more which you have left out!
But the King whom I serve and honor, is merciful, and ready to forgive.
Besides, I acquired these infirmities in your country — and I have
groaned under them, been sorry for them, and have obtained pardon
from my King."
Then Apollyon broke out into a furious rage, saying, "I am an enemy to
this King! I hate His person, His laws, and His people! I have come out
on purpose to destroy you!"
CHRISTIAN: "Apollyon, beware what you do! I am on the King's
highway, the way of holiness — therefore take heed!"
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