God Quote by Matthew Henry
““God’s work must be done, in every thing, according to his own will. His institutions neither need nor admit men’s inventions to make them either more beautiful or more likely to answer the intention of them. 'Add thou not unto his words.' God is pleased with willing worship, but not with will-worship.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Exposition of Proverbs, 1700s
Divine order expects worship aligned with God's will, not human alterations or superficial embellishments.
In simple terms: Worship should follow God's intent, not personal invention.
Key Takeaway
Follow divine intention, not personal modifications.
Themes
faith
worship
divine-will
humility
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church services
- personal prayer
- religious study
- ethical decision-making
Key Concepts
theology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What does authentic worship mean to you?
- How can we honor divine will while embracing personal expression?
A Different Perspective
Rigid literalism may ignore cultural contexts.
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