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Let your tears fall because of sin; but, at the same time…

“Let your tears fall because of sin; but, at the same time, let the eye of faith steadily behold the Son of man lifted up, as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, that those who are bitten by the old serpent may look unto Jesus and live. Our sinnership is that emptiness into which the…” quote by Charles Spurgeon
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“Let your tears fall because of sin; but, at the same time, let the eye of faith steadily behold the Son of man lifted up, as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, that those who are bitten by the old serpent may look unto Jesus and live. Our sinnership is that emptiness into which the Lord pours his mercy.”

Charles Spurgeon

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Faith transforms sin into mercy, offering spiritual healing through divine symbolism.

In simple terms: Faith turns sin into mercy and life.

Key Takeaway

Embrace faith as a path to redemption.

Themes

faith redemption spiritual healing scripture

Mood

hopeful reverent

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • church counseling
  • spiritual retreats

Key Concepts

theology biblical studies psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does faith influence your view of personal failings?
  • What role does mercy play in your spiritual journey?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations of symbolism differ among believers.

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