A good man is willing to know the worst of himself, and particularly under affliction, desires to be told wherefore God contends with him and what God designs in correcting him.
Matthew HenryRead
To wait on God is to live a life of desire toward Him, delight in Him, dependence on Him, and devotedness to Him.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of seeking a deep, dependent relationship with God.
Matthew Henry's quote speaks to the concept of faith and spiritual devotion, suggesting that truly waiting on God involves not just passive waiting, but an active desire for a relationship with Him. It encourages individuals to find joy and dependence in their faith, highlighting that such devotion can lead to a more fulfilling spiritual life.
Themes
FaithDependenceDevotionSpiritualityGod
In practice
Example use cases
A pastor might use this quote during a sermon about deepening one's faith.
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