Accepting Quote by John Owen
“We cannot enjoy peace in this world unless we are ready to yield to the will of God in respect of death. Our times are in His hand, at His sovereign disposal. We must accept that as best.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Sovereignty of God over Death", 1650
He asserts that true peace requires surrendering to God's will regarding death, trusting His sovereign control.
In simple terms: Peace comes from trusting God's plan for death.
Key Takeaway
Submit to divine authority for inner peace.
Themes
faith
trust
peace
divine sovereignty
death
acceptance
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
spiritual
theological
When to use this quote
- grieving
- end‑of‑life decisions
- prayer
- church teaching
Key Concepts
Theological surrender
spiritual peace
mortality acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What does surrender look like in your life?
- How do you balance trust and personal responsibility?
A Different Perspective
It may conflict with personal agency desires.
