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“Great comforts do, indeed, bear witness to the truth of thy grace, but not to the degree of it; the weak child is oftener in the lap than the strong one.” quote by William Gurnall
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“Great comforts do, indeed, bear witness to the truth of thy grace, but not to the degree of it; the weak child is oftener in the lap than the strong one.”

William Gurnall

About This Quote

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

Comforts can show God's grace but are not the sole measure; the vulnerable often receive more care than the strong.

In simple terms: Comforts reveal grace but not fully; the weak often receive more care.

Key Takeaway

Value humility and seek deeper spiritual truth.

Themes

faith humility compassion

Mood

reflective spiritual

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Counseling
  • community support
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

Grace spiritual assessment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do comforts reflect divine grace?
  • Why might the vulnerable receive more care?
A Different Perspective

May underestimate the role of personal effort.

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