Christ Quote by Samuel Rutherford
“I pray God that I may never find my will again. Oh, that Christ would subject my will to His, and trample it under His feet.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Personal correspondence, 1625
The speaker wishes to surrender personal will to Christ, seeking divine guidance over self‑determination.
In simple terms: Desire to let Christ control one’s will.
Key Takeaway
Submit personal desires to divine will.
Themes
faith
submission
spiritual surrender
humility
Mood
reflective
devout
Type
spiritual
theological
When to use this quote
- daily devotion
- spiritual counseling
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
personal prayer
willpower
Questions to Reflect On
- What does surrendering your will mean in daily life?
- How can you balance personal responsibility with divine guidance?
A Different Perspective
May conflict with personal agency and responsibility.
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