Christ Quote by Robert Farrar Capon
““We were never told that it would not hurt, only that nothing would ever finally go wrong; not that it would not often go hard with us but that there is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gospel According to Jesus, Robert Farrar Capon, 1978
The passage suggests that suffering is inevitable, but it is not a sign of divine condemnation; rather, it is part of the Christian experience.
In simple terms: Suffering isn’t punishment; it’s part of faith.
Key Takeaway
Embrace hardship as a spiritual journey.
Themes
faith
theology
suffering
hope
redemption
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- illness
- persecution
- life challenges
Key Concepts
Christianity
theodicy
spiritual growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How does one reconcile suffering with belief in a loving God?
- What role does community play in bearing hardship?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook the reality of unjust suffering.
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