Against the persecution of a tyrant the godly have no remedy but prayer.
John CalvinRead
Nobody seriously believes the universe was made by God without being persuaded that He takes care of His works.
Interpretation
What this quote means
John Calvin suggests that belief in God implies belief in His ongoing care for the universe.
This quote reflects John Calvin's perspective on the relationship between God and the universe. It emphasizes that true belief in God entails an understanding that He is not only the creator of everything but also actively involved in sustaining and caring for His creation. This notion challenges the idea of a deistic God, who creates the universe but does not interfere with it afterwards, and presents a view of a God who remains engaged with His works.
Themes
UniverseGodBeliefCreationCare
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon discussing the role of faith in our lives, one could use this quote to highlight the belief in a caring deity.
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