Consider Quote by Jeremiah Burroughs
“I beseech you to consider that God does not deal by you as you deal with him.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian's Duty, 1640
God’s interaction with humanity differs from human expectations; divine grace operates beyond reciprocal exchange.
In simple terms: God treats us differently than we treat Him.
Key Takeaway
Recognize divine grace isn’t transactional.
Themes
faith
humility
divine nature
Mood
reverent
contemplative
Type
spiritual
theological
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church counseling
- ethical decision‑making
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
theology
grace
reciprocity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when you feel God’s actions are unexpected?
- What expectations must you let go to trust divine grace?
A Different Perspective
Human expectations of fairness may clash with divine mystery.
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