A jealous person is doubly unhappy-over what he has, which is judged inferior, and over which he has not, which is judged superior. Such a person is doubly removed from knowing the true blessing of creation.
Desmond TutuRead
Oh what people of God we ought to be; and grace can make us so!
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the transformative power of grace in shaping individuals into better versions of themselves.
Francis Asbury's quote speaks to the potential within every person to embody the qualities of goodness and righteousness through the influence of grace. It suggests that with the help of divine grace, people can cultivate virtues that reflect their higher nature and fulfill their purpose as representatives of God on earth.
Themes
GracePeopleGodTransformationVirtue
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a sermon to inspire the congregation to embrace grace in their lives.
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