God proved His love on the Cross. When Christ hung, and bled, and died, it was God saying to the world, 'I love you.'
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The born-again Christian sees life not as a blurred , confused, meaningless mass, but as something planned and purposeful.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that a born-again Christian views life as intentional and meaningful rather than chaotic.
Billy Graham emphasizes that for a born-again Christian, existence is perceived through a lens of purpose and divine planning. This perspective contrasts with a worldview that sees life as aimless or disorganized, highlighting the significance of faith in crafting a coherent understanding of oneβs experiences and inherent value.
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In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon about finding meaning in life's struggles.
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