The greater the difficulty to be overcome, the more will it be seen to the glory of God how much can be done by prayer and faith.
Interpretation
Overcoming challenges reveals the power of prayer and faith in achieving great things.
George Muller's quote conveys the idea that with greater challenges come greater opportunities to witness the power of faith and prayer. Difficulties serve as a testament to the divine support one receives when facing obstacles, ultimately illustrating how much can be accomplished through spiritual devotion.
In practice
In a sermon discussing the importance of faith during tough times, one might quote, 'The greater the difficulty to be overcome, the more will it be seen to the glory of God how much can be done by prayer and faith.'
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