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In times of prosperity we are apt to forget God; we…

“In times of prosperity we are apt to forget God; we imagine it does not matter whether we recognise Him or not. As long as we are comfortably clothed and fed and looked after, our civilisation becomes an elaborate means of ignoring God.” quote by Oswald Chambers
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“In times of prosperity we are apt to forget God; we imagine it does not matter whether we recognise Him or not. As long as we are comfortably clothed and fed and looked after, our civilisation becomes an elaborate means of ignoring God.”

Oswald Chambers

About This Quote

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

Prosperity can blind people to spiritual needs, making material comfort replace reverence for God.

In simple terms: We forget God when life is easy.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate awareness of the divine regardless of comfort.

Themes

spirituality materialism humility

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • wealthy societies
  • personal reflection
  • community worship

Key Concepts

theology human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep spiritual focus in comfort?
  • What practices remind you of God daily?
A Different Perspective

Comfort can become an excuse for neglecting faith.

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