Affection Quote by J. C. Ryle
“By affliction He teaches us many precious lessons, which without it we should never learn. By affliction He shows us our emptiness and weakness, draws us to the throne of grace, purifies our affections, weans us from the world, makes us long for heaven.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian Life, J. C. Ryle, 1865
Suffering reveals our shortcomings, drives us toward humility, and deepens our spiritual longing for divine grace.
In simple terms: Hardship teaches humility and spiritual yearning.
Key Takeaway
Embrace hardship as a teacher toward
Themes
faith
humility
spiritual growth
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- grief
- illness
- loss
- spiritual retreat
Key Concepts
Theology
redemptive suffering
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn pain into spiritual insight?
- What comforts do you seek when faced with weakness?
A Different Perspective
Suffering alone does not guarantee growth without reflection.
![“[Suffering] brings out graces that cannot be seen in a time of health. It is the treading of the grapes that brings out the sweet juices of the vine; so it is affliction that draws forth submission, weanedness from the world, and complete rest in God. Use afflictions while you have them.” quote by Robert Murray McCheyne](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7e2/robert-murray-mccheyne-40307_health_suffering-brings-out-graces-that-cannot_2543652.jpg)
