Needful Quote by Brother Lawrence
““God knoweth best what is needful for us, and all that He does is for our good. If we knew how much He loves us, we should always be ready to receive equally and with indifference from His Hand the sweet and the bitter: all would please that came from Him. The sorest afflictions never appear intolerable, except when we see them in the wrong light.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Practice of Presence, 1660s
Faith trusts that divine providence guides all events, even suffering, if perceived correctly.
In simple terms: God’s plan includes both joy and pain; see them as gifts.
Key Takeaway
Accept hardships as part of a larger good.
Themes
faith
resilience
perspective
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- health crisis
- career setback
- relationship conflict
Key Concepts
theodicy
spiritual acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your view of suffering shape your response?
- Can gratitude change the perception of hardship?
A Different Perspective
If one misinterprets suffering, it can lead to despair.
