Abraham Quote by John Newton
“If two angels were to receive at the same moment a commission from God, one to go down and rule earth’s grandest empire, the other to go and sweep the streets of its meanest village, it would be a matter of entire indifference to each which service fell to his lot, the post of ruler or the post of scavenger; for the joy of the angels lies only in obedience to God’s will, and with equal joy they would lift a Lazarus in his rags to Abraham’s bosom, or be a chariot of fire to carry an Elijah home.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Angelic Commission, 1760
Obedience to divine will makes any role, great or humble, equally fulfilling.
In simple terms: God’s will makes all work equal.
Key Takeaway
Serve with joy, regardless of rank.
Themes
obedience
humility
service
equality
Mood
reflective
spiritual
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious ministry
- community service
- personal vocation
Key Concepts
theology
divine purpose
role of
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing divine purpose change your view of status?
- Can humility coexist with ambition?
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