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When the heart is once won to rest in God, to repose…

“When the heart is once won to rest in God, to repose himself on him, he will assuredly satisfy it. He will never be as water that fails; nor hath he said at any time to the seed of Jacob, "Seek ye my face in vain." If Christ be chosen for the foundation of our supply, he will not fail us.” quote by John Owen
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“When the heart is once won to rest in God, to repose himself on him, he will assuredly satisfy it. He will never be as water that fails; nor hath he said at any time to the seed of Jacob, "Seek ye my face in vain." If Christ be chosen for the foundation of our supply, he will not fail us.”

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.

Finding peace in God satisfies the soul, preventing emptiness and futile searching.

In simple terms: God’s peace fills the heart.

Key Takeaway

Trust God for lasting fulfillment.

Themes

faith spirituality contentment

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

scriptural inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • spiritual counseling
  • church teaching
  • life crises
  • seeking purpose

Key Concepts

theology trust divine provision

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does trusting God change daily decisions?
  • What emptiness do you fill with faith?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on God may feel passive in urgent situations.

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