Let no day slip over without some comfort received from the mouth of God.
John KnoxRead
A man with God is always in the majority.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Having faith in God gives strength and assurance despite how many people may oppose you.
This quote by John Knox emphasizes the power and confidence that comes from having a relationship with God. It suggests that even if one stands alone in their beliefs or actions, they are backed by a greater power, making them stronger and part of a 'majority' that transcends mere numbers.
Themes
FaithStrengthGodMajorityBelief
In practice
Example use cases
During a prayer meeting, one could share this quote to encourage the group about the power of faith.
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