Arms Quote by George Downame
“For as a city which has been once besieged and not sacked will ever after be more strong to hold out if it be assaulted by the like danger… so those who are besieged and assaulted by their spiritual enemies will ever after more carefully arm themselves against them with the graces of God's Spirit, that they may not be overcome nor foiled by them.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Spiritual Warfare Treatise, 1650
Enduring a siege strengthens a city; likewise, spiritual trials fortify believers when they rely on divine grace.
In simple terms: Trials make believers stronger when they trust God.
Key Takeaway
Embrace hardships as spiritual training.
Themes
faith
resilience
spiritual warfare
grace
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- church persecution
- ethical dilemmas
- leadership challenges
Key Concepts
Divine providence
spiritual growth
defense against evil
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize spiritual enemies?
- What grace helps you stay steadfast?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual growth alone may not protect against all external threats.
