Grief Quote by Matthew Henry
““Note, Our sorrow upon any account is sinful and inordinate when it diverts us from our duty to God and embitters our comfort in him,””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Commentary on Psalms, 1723
Grieving excessively distracts from divine duty and erodes spiritual comfort.
In simple terms: Too much sorrow pulls us away from God.
Key Takeaway
Limit sorrow, stay focused on duty.
Themes
faith
spirituality
discipline
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
didactic
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church service
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
sin
ordinariness
comfort
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you channel grief into constructive worship?
- What duties feel neglected when sorrow dominates?
A Different Perspective
Sorrow can be a natural response, not always sinful.
