To my dear wife, Katherine Luther, doctoress and…
![“To my dear wife, Katherine Luther, doctoress and self-tormentor at Wittenberg, my gracious lady, Grace and peace in the Lord! Read, dear Kathie [the Gospel of] John and [my] Small Catechism, of which you once said: Indeed, everything in this book is said about me. For you want to assume the cares…” quote by Eric Metaxas](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/d40/eric-metaxas-1651_marriage_to-my-dear-wife-katherine-luther-doctore_1880454.jpg)
““To my dear wife, Katherine Luther, doctoress and self-tormentor at Wittenberg, my gracious lady, Grace and peace in the Lord! Read, dear Kathie [the Gospel of] John and [my] Small Catechism, of which you once said: Indeed, everything in this book is said about me. For you want to assume the cares of your God, just as if He were not almighty and were unable to create ten Dr. Martins if this old one were drowned in the Saale or suffocated in a stove. . . . Leave me in peace with your worrying! I have a better Caretaker than you and all the angels. He it is who lies in a manger and nurses at a virgin’s breast, but at the same time sits at the right hand of God, the almighty Father. Therefore be at rest. Amen.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The writer urges his wife to trust divine care rather than overburden herself with worry about worldly matters.
In simple terms: Trust God, don’t over‑worry.
Key Takeaway
Rely on spiritual support.
Themes
faith
trust
anxiety
spirituality
Mood
reverent
calm
Type
personal
spiritual
When to use this quote
- marriage
- personal crisis
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
divine providence
humility
caregiving
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith shape your response to anxiety?
- What practical steps can you take to balance concern and trust?
A Different Perspective
Relies on religious belief, may not resonate with secular readers.