Lean on thyself until thy strength is tried; Then ask…
“Lean on thyself until thy strength is tried; Then ask God's help; it will not be denied. Use thine own sight to see the way to go; When darkness falls ask God the path to show. Think for thyself and reason out thy plan; God has His work and thou hast thine. Exert thy will and use for self-control; God gave thee jurisdiction of thy soul. All thine immortal powers bring into play; Think, act, strive, reason, and look up and pray.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Rely on personal effort and divine assistance; combine self‑reasoning with prayer to navigate challenges.
In simple terms: Blend self‑effort with prayer.
Key Takeaway
Seek balance of will and faith.
Themes
faith
self‑reliance
prayer
Mood
motivational
spiritual
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- goal setting
- crisis coping
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
personal agency
divine aid
discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- When do you trust your own judgment versus seeking divine guidance?
- How can you integrate prayer into daily decision‑making?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on self can neglect needed divine help.