20th century Quote by J. Otis Yoder
““We have witnessed in the 20th century a tremendous phenomenon: the birth of the modern State of Israel. ...God is at work with His ancient chosen earthly people. We ought to pay attention to what is going on for behind the movement of nations is the hand of God.””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: The Role of Providence in Modern History, 1992
Divine guidance is seen in the formation of Israel; history is viewed as God's plan for a chosen people.
In simple terms: God guides nations, especially Israel.
Key Takeaway
Recognize spiritual dimensions in world events.
Themes
history
faith
geopolitics
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
theological
historical
When to use this quote
- political analysis
- religious study
- personal belief
Key Concepts
divine providence
national identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports divine involvement?
- How does this view affect political decisions?
A Different Perspective
Attributing events to divine will can overlook human agency.
![“J. C. Ryle[69] (1816-1900) wrote the following: “For many centuries there has prevailed in the Churches of Christ a strange, and to my mind, an unwarrantable mode of dealing with this word ‘Israel.’ It has been interpreted in many passages of the Psalms and Prophets as if it meant nothing more…” quote by Dalton Lifsey](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/57a/dalton-lifsey-15248_bible_j-c-ryle-69-1816-1900-wrote-the-followin_2797078.jpg)
