Arise Quote by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
“To be sure, God shall call you, and us, only at the hour that God has chosen. Until that hour, which lies in God's hand alone, we shall be protected even in the greatest danger; and from our gratitude for such protection ever new readiness surely arises for the final call”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Cost of Discipleship, 1941
God determines the timing of His call and protects believers until that moment, fostering gratitude and preparedness for the ultimate summons.
In simple terms: God chooses the timing and safeguards us, prompting gratitude and readiness.
Key Takeaway
Trust divine timing and stay prepared.
Themes
faith
trust
preparation
gratitude
Mood
reverent
hopeful
reflective
Type
scriptural
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- war
- persecution
- missionary work
- daily decisions
Key Concepts
theology
divine providence
spiritual readiness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond to uncertainty in divine timing?
- What practices keep you prepared for life's final call?
A Different Perspective
Human agency may feel limited, causing anxiety about waiting.
