Skip to content

If God has given us Himself, if He abides in us and we in…

“If God has given us Himself, if He abides in us and we in Him, according to His own true words, then what will He not give me, what will He spare for me, of what will He deprive me, how can He forsake me? 'The Lord is my shepherd: therefore I lack nothing' (Ps. 23:1).” quote by John of Kronstadt
Download Open image
“If God has given us Himself, if He abides in us and we in Him, according to His own true words, then what will He not give me, what will He spare for me, of what will He deprive me, how can He forsake me? 'The Lord is my shepherd: therefore I lack nothing' (Ps. 23:1).”

John of Kronstadt

About This Quote

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

Divine presence assures provision; trusting God eliminates fear of lack and abandonment

In simple terms: God provides all we need

Key Takeaway

Rely on divine care for peace

Themes

faith trust provision

Mood

reverent comforting

Type

spiritual devotional

When to use this quote

  • daily prayer
  • times hardship
  • financial stress

Key Concepts

Theology of divine providence spiritual comfort

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain trust during hardship?
  • What evidence of providence can you recognize?
A Different Perspective

Faith may be challenged by suffering and doubt

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by John of Kronstadt

Explore all 80 John of Kronstadt quotes

More Christian quotes

Browse all 14,306 Christian quotes