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“But prosperity, and the happy issue of events, ought also to be attributed to his grace, in order that he may always receive the praise which he deserves, that of being a merciful Father, and an impartial Judge. About the close of the psalm, he inveighs against those ungodly men who will not…” quote by John Calvin
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“But prosperity, and the happy issue of events, ought also to be attributed to his grace, in order that he may always receive the praise which he deserves, that of being a merciful Father, and an impartial Judge. About the close of the psalm, he inveighs against those ungodly men who will not acknowledge God's hand, amid such palpable demonstrations of his providence.”

John Calvin

About This Quote

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

Divine grace brings prosperity and praise, yet the ungrateful reject God's providence.

In simple terms: Grace leads to blessings; the ungrateful deny them.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and thank God's gifts.

Themes

grace prosperity divine providence humility judgment

Mood

reverent reflective

Type

scriptural theological

When to use this quote

  • worship
  • personal reflection
  • teaching
  • counseling

Key Concepts

theology gratitude human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you acknowledge the sources of your blessings?
  • How does gratitude affect your view of hardship?
A Different Perspective

Even with grace, some remain stubborn and blind.

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