Peace Quote by John Owen
““Any peace, rest and quiet we have is from this alone. Who would be safe if wicked men had power to perform all the sin they conceive? We are indebted to providence for the preservation of our lives, our families, and everything we hold dear. May we not say at times, with the psalmist, 'My soul is among lions(psa.57:4)?How could we live if God did not deal with them (psa. 58:60)? Some he cuts off and destroys, some he deprives of power, some he robs he diverts in other ways. We must, with the psalmist, praise the Lord for his countless wise providences (psa.104:24). In the Lords right ways, the just are made to walk, but the transgressors fall (Hos. 14:9). Indwelling Sin in Believers (pg118)””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Indwelling Sin in Believers, 1650s
We owe our safety and peace to divine providence protecting us from the wicked’s schemes.
In simple terms: God protects us from evil.
Key Takeaway
Trust divine protection.
Themes
faith
providence
justice
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- environmental protection
- business ethics
- personal safety
- community resilience
Key Concepts
theodicy
divine protection
human frailty
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize providence in daily life?
- What responsibilities do we have to protect others?
A Different Perspective
Human evil can still cause harm despite providence.
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