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“A river continually fed by a living fountain may as soon end its streams before it come to the ocean, as a stop be put to the course and progress of grace before it issue in glory.” quote by John Owen
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“A river continually fed by a living fountain may as soon end its streams before it come to the ocean, as a stop be put to the course and progress of grace before it issue in glory.”

John Owen

About This Quote

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

Grace must be continually nurtured; otherwise it ends before reaching its ultimate fulfillment.

In simple terms: Grace needs ongoing care.

Key Takeaway

Nurture your spiritual life.

Themes

grace faith spiritual growth

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily prayer
  • study of scripture
  • community fellowship
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

Theology perseverance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What practices keep your faith alive?
  • How do you recognize when grace is waning?
A Different Perspective

Grace can be fragile and easily lost.

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