Almighty Quote by John G. Lake
“We live that our souls may grow. The development of the soul is the purpose of existence. God Almighty is trying to obtain some decent association for Himself.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Purpose of Existence", 1925
The soul's growth is life's purpose; God seeks a worthy relationship with humanity.
In simple terms: Soul development is central; God desires a good partnership.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate spiritual growth and seek divine connection.
Themes
spirituality
purpose
relationship
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- community service
- study of scripture
Key Concepts
theology
personal development
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you nurture your soul's growth?
- What does a "decent association" with God mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Human free will may conflict with divine purpose.
![“The thing that was forfeited in the garden was regained. God gave him [Adam] dominion over the works of His hand. God made him His understudy, His king to rule over everything that had life. Man was master, man lived in the realm of god. He lived on terms of equality with God. God was a faith God…” quote by John G. Lake](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/428/john-g-lake-12667_adam_the-thing-that-was-forfeited-in-the-gard_84356.jpg)
