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“In our fluctuations of feelings, it is well to remember that Jesus admits no change in His affections; your heart is not the compass Jesus saileth by.” quote by Samuel Rutherford
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“In our fluctuations of feelings, it is well to remember that Jesus admits no change in His affections; your heart is not the compass Jesus saileth by.”

Samuel Rutherford

About This Quote

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

Jesus’ love remains constant; human emotions should not be seen as the measure of divine affection.

In simple terms: Divine love is unchanging despite human feelings.

Key Takeaway

Trust in steadfast divine love.

Themes

faith stability spirituality

Mood

contemplative reassuring

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • spiritual doubt
  • mourning

Key Concepts

theology human emotion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you reconcile fluctuating emotions with belief?
  • What practices help you sense constant divine love?
A Different Perspective

Human feelings can misinterpret divine intent.

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