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Bible Quote by D.L. Moody

“Now, there is no rest in sin. The wicked know nothing about it. The Scriptures tell us the wicked “are like the troubled sea that cannot rest.” You have, perhaps been on the sea when there is a calm, when the water is as clear as crystal, and it seemed as if the sea were at rest. But if you looked…” quote by D.L. Moody
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““Now, there is no rest in sin. The wicked know nothing about it. The Scriptures tell us the wicked “are like the troubled sea that cannot rest.” You have, perhaps been on the sea when there is a calm, when the water is as clear as crystal, and it seemed as if the sea were at rest. But if you looked you would see that the waves came in, and that the calm was only on the surface. Man, like the sea, has no rest. He has had no rest since Adam fell, and there is none for him until he returns to God again, and the light of Christ shines into his heart.””

D.L. Moody

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Christian Revival, 19th century, USA

Human nature is restless and troubled, mirroring a sea that appears calm but is constantly moving, until spiritual peace is found.

In simple terms: People are inherently restless until they find spiritual peace.

Key Takeaway

Seek lasting spiritual peace.

Themes

spirituality restlessness human nature redemption faith

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

inspirational theological

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • church counseling
  • spiritual retreats
  • daily reflection

Key Concepts

theology existential unrest biblical metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you experience inner rest?
  • What practices bring you spiritual calm?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may not resonate with all belief systems.

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