That which lives on reason lives against the spirit.
ParacelsusRead
Our fates are in the hands of An Almighty God, to whom I can with pleasure confide my own; he can save us, or destroy us; his Councils are fixed and cannot be disappointed, and all his designs will be Accomplished.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects the belief in divine providence and the certainty of God's plans.
Abraham Clark expresses a deep faith in the sovereignty of God over human affairs. He acknowledges that ultimately, our lives and destinies are in God's hands, suggesting both a sense of security and helplessness regarding our outcomes. This perspective promotes a trust in divine wisdom and the inevitability of God's will, emphasizing that human efforts are subordinate to divine intentions.
Themes
FaithDivineProvidenceDestinyGod
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon, a pastor might reference this quote to illustrate the importance of faith in God's plan.
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