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Darkness Quote by Charles H. Spurgeon

“passion. Like the moon, we borrow our light; bright as we are when grace shines on us, we are darkness itself when the Sun of Righteousness withdraws himself.” quote by Charles H. Spurgeon
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““passion. Like the moon, we borrow our light; bright as we are when grace shines on us, we are darkness itself when the Sun of Righteousness withdraws himself.””

Charles H. Spurgeon

About This Quote

Passion shines like borrowed moonlight; grace illuminates us, but without righteousness we become darkness.

In simple terms: Grace gives light; without it we are dark.

Key Takeaway

Seek righteousness to sustain inner light.

Themes

spirituality morality light darkness

Mood

inspirational contemplative

Type

theological motivational

When to use this quote

  • Prayer
  • meditation
  • ethical decision making
  • leadership
  • counseling

Key Concepts

Theology ethical philosophy personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does righteousness mean to you?
  • How do you maintain light in darkness?
A Different Perspective

Righteousness is not always clear or attainable.

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