Comfort Quote by John Henry Jowett
“God does not comfort us to make us comfortable, but to make us comforters.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Comfort of Service, 1915
God's purpose is to inspire us to comfort others, not just to ease our own discomfort.
In simple terms: God wants us to help others, not just feel good.
Focus on serving others.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- counseling
- community building
- support groups
- faith outreach
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance helping others with caring for yourself?
- What does being a comforter mean to you?
Comforting others can be emotionally draining without self‑care.