Affliction Quote by Jeremiah Burroughs
“You will not find one Godly man who came out of an affliction worse than when he went into it. Though for a little while he was shaken, yet, at last, he was better for an affliction. But, a great many Godly men have been worse for their prosperity.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Christian's Daily Walk, 1650
Adversity can refine character, making people better after hardship, while prosperity may lead to decline.
In simple terms: Hardship can improve; wealth can corrupt.
Key Takeaway
Embrace challenges, beware complacency.
Themes
faith
character
adversity
prosperity
spiritual growth
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal trials
- financial success
- leadership
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
refinement
humility
temptation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay humble in success?
- What hardships have shaped you?
A Different Perspective
Prosperity does not guarantee moral strength.
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