Ought we not to look upon our own history as being at…
““Ought we not to look upon our own history as being at least as full of God, as full of His goodness and of His truth, as much a proof of His faithfulness and veracity, as the lives of any of the saints who have gone before? We do our Lord an injustice when we suppose that He wrought all His mighty acts, and showed Himself strong for those in the early time, but doth not perform wonders or lay bare His arm for the saints who are now upon the earth.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
We should recognize God's presence and goodness throughout all history, not only in ancient saints but also in contemporary believers, affirming His continual faithfulness.
In simple terms: God is active in all ages, past and present.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge God's ongoing work today.
Themes
faith
history
divine providence
humility
Mood
reverent
reflective
encouraging
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church teaching
- historical study
- daily encouragement
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual continuity
historical perspective
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you see God's faithfulness in modern times?
- What evidence supports God's ongoing presence?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that miracles are less visible now, challenging belief in present divine activity.