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God Quote by John Calvin

“For there is no one so great or mighty that he can avoid the misery that will rise up against him when he resists and strives against God.” quote by John Calvin
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“For there is no one so great or mighty that he can avoid the misery that will rise up against him when he resists and strives against God.”

John Calvin

About This Quote

Source Treatise: Institutes of the Christian Religion, 1536

No one, regardless of power, can escape suffering when they oppose divine will; resistance invites hardship.

In simple terms: Powerful people still face suffering when defying God.

Key Takeaway

Respect divine limits.

Themes

theology humility suffering divine will human limitation

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • leadership challenges
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

predestination free will spiritual struggle

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does humility mean in leadership?
  • How can one reconcile power with divine humility?
A Different Perspective

Suffering may also lead to growth.

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