Affliction Quote by Frederick William Robertson
“Do you want to learn holiness with terrible struggles and sore affliction and the plague of much remaining evil? Then wait before you turn to God.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: On the Path to Holiness, 1855
True holiness requires confronting deep struggles; rushing to God without confronting inner evil is premature.
In simple terms: Holiness demands facing inner struggles before seeking God.
Key Takeaway
Embrace inner challenges before seeking divine help.
Themes
spirituality
struggle
holiness
self‑examination
faith
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal repentance
- spiritual counseling
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner struggles must you address?
- How does confronting suffering deepen faith?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring inner darkness can lead to superficial faith.
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