God has only to give you what you want to make you feel…
““God has only to give you what you want to make you feel the emptiness of it!...You will generally notice that when the believer gets near to God, tastes the unseen joys and eats the bread that was made in heaven, all the feasts of earth, all its amusements, and all its glories seem very flat, stale, and unprofitable!”–1891, Sermon 2225””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Seeking God makes earthly pleasures seem empty; divine fulfillment renders worldly joys flat and unprofitable.
In simple terms: God’s presence makes worldly delights feel hollow.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize spiritual fulfillment over material pleasure.
Themes
faith
emptiness
spiritual fulfillment
worldly vs divine
Mood
hopeful
contemplative
inspirational
Type
religious
motivational
When to use this quote
- Personal prayer
- religious study
- community worship
- life decisions
Key Concepts
Theology
existential longing
spiritual hunger
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true fulfillment look like beyond material comforts?
- How can one balance worldly responsibilities with spiritual yearning?
A Different Perspective
Human desire for tangible joy can conflict with spiritual aspirations.