Cheer Quote by Richard Baxter
“We shall then have joy without sorrow, and rest without weariness...Be of good cheer, Christian, the time is near, when God and thou shalt be near, and as near as thou canst well desire. Thou shalt dwell in his family.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian's Daily Devotion, 1650
Joy and peace are promised without the usual burdens when one embraces faith and divine closeness.
In simple terms: Faith brings joy without sorrow.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine closeness.
Themes
faith
hope
spirituality
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church fellowship
- life crises
Key Concepts
divine promise
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith reshape suffering?
- What does “near as you can desire” mean?
A Different Perspective
Faith alone may not erase all suffering.
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