I saw a young sister, just before this service; and I said…
“I saw a young sister, just before this service; and I said to her, "When did you find the Lord?" She replied, "It was when I was very ill." Yes, it is often so; God makes us ill in body that we may have time to think of Him, and turn to Him…What would become of some people if they were always in good health, or if they were always prospering? But tribulation is the black dog that goes after the stray sheep, and barks them back to the Good Shepherd. I thank God that there are such things as the visitations of correction and of holy discipline, to preserve our spirit, and bring us to Christ.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Illness can be a catalyst for spiritual reflection, prompting people to seek God when they are vulnerable.
In simple terms: Sickness can lead to faith.
Key Takeaway
Embrace hardship as a chance to turn to God.
Themes
faith
suffering
spiritual growth
discipline
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
religious
inspirational
When to use this quote
- hospital stays
- personal crisis
- recovering from illness
- times of doubt
Key Concepts
theodicy
redemptive suffering
divine purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- How might you respond to hardship?
- What role does suffering play in your spiritual life?
A Different Perspective
Suffering may not always lead to faith; some may reject belief under duress.