Conflict Quote by Alfred Edersheim
“There is ever the prior question of plain duty, with which nothing else, however tempting or promising of success, can come into conflict; and such seasons may be only those when our faith and patience are put on trial, so as to bring it clearly before us, whether or not, quite irrespective of all else, we are content to leave everything in the hands of God.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Greatness of God, 1885
Duty demands obedience to divine will, even when worldly temptations arise, trusting that God’s plan supersedes personal desire.
In simple terms: Faithful duty outweighs personal ambition.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize divine purpose over fleeting success.
Themes
faith
obedience
trust
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Mission work
- ethical decisions
- life crises
- career choices
Key Concepts
Theology
Divine providence
Moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “leaving everything in God's hands” mean for personal responsibility?
- When should we question divine directives?
A Different Perspective
Blind obedience can ignore personal well‑being and moral nuance.
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