Might Quote by Matthew Henry
“We have no sufficient strength of our own. All our sufficiency is of God. We should stir up ourselves to resist temptations in a reliance upon God's all-sufficiency and the omnipotence of his might.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole Bible, 1708
Human strength is insufficient; reliance on God's power is essential to resist temptation.
In simple terms: We need God's help to overcome temptation.
Key Takeaway
Trust divine strength over personal ability.
Themes
faith
spirituality
self-control
Mood
devotional
didactic
Type
inspirational
serious
When to use this quote
- prayer
- scripture study
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theology
dependence
temptation resistance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can believers balance trust in God with personal effort?
- What practices strengthen both faith and self-discipline?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on divine power may neglect personal responsibility.
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