The perfection of His relation to us swallows up all our…
“The perfection of His relation to us swallows up all our imperfections, all our defeats, all our evils; for our childhood is born of His fatherhood. That man is perfect in faith who can come to God in the utter dearth of his feelings and his desires, without a glow or an aspiration, with the weight of low thoughts, failures, neglects, and wandering forgetfulness, and say to Him, “Thou art my refuge, because Thou art my home”.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Divine perfection embraces human flaws, offering refuge and identity regardless of our shortcomings and spiritual emptiness.
In simple terms: God’s perfection accepts our imperfections and gives us a home.
Key Takeaway
Seek spiritual refuge in divine love despite personal failures.
Themes
faith
redemption
humility
spirituality
comfort
Mood
hopeful
reverent
contemplative
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- confession
- seeking comfort
- spiritual counseling
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
theology
grace
human frailty
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance divine reliance with personal effort?
- What does “home” mean in a spiritual context?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on divine refuge may neglect personal responsibility for change.