We would either have a silent, a soft, a perfumed cross…
““We would either have a silent, a soft, a perfumed cross, sugared and honeyed with the consolations of Christ, or we faint; and providence must either brew a cup of gall and wormwood, mastered in the mixing with joy and songs, else we cannot be disciples. But Christ’s cross did not smile on him, his cross was a cross, and his ship sailed in blood, and his blessed soul was sea-sick, and heavy even to death.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Faith demands confronting harsh realities rather than comforting false comforts; true discipleship embraces suffering.
In simple terms: Faith involves facing pain, not just comfort.
Key Takeaway
Embrace hardship as part of growth.
Themes
faith
suffering
discipleship
truth
spirituality
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Personal loss
- spiritual crisis
- ethical dilemmas
- missionary work
Key Concepts
Theodicy
Redemptive suffering
Mysticism
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you find meaning in suffering?
- What comforts can you offer yourself?
A Different Perspective
Hardship may overwhelm without support.