Communion Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“The wounds of calumny, the reproaches of the proud, the venom of the bigoted, the treachery of the false, and the weakness of the true, we have known in our measure; and therein have had communion with our Lord Jesus.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian Life, 1865
Suffering from slander, pride, bigotry, deceit, and weakness reveals humanity’s need for divine communion.
In simple terms: Bad treatment shows we need God.
Key Takeaway
Turn to faith amid adversity.
Themes
suffering
faith
humility
Mood
spiritual
contemplative
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church fellowship
- personal prayer
- conflict resolution
- ethical leadership
Key Concepts
spiritual resilience
moral integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith help you endure criticism?
- Can moral find meaning without religion?
A Different Perspective
Not all will find comfort in religion; secular coping exists.
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