Bible Quote by Samuel Rutherford
“It is no small comfort that God hath written some Scriptures to you which He hath not to others. Read these, and think God is like a friend who sendeth a letter to a whole house and family, but who speaketh in His letter to some by name that are dearest to Him in the house.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Duty of the Church, 1655
God selectively reveals scripture to individuals, showing personal care and intimacy.
In simple terms: God writes personally to each believer.
Key Takeaway
Seek the passages addressed to you personally.
Themes
faith
personal revelation
divine intimacy
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
spiritual
theological
When to use this quote
- personal study
- prayer
- spiritual guidance
Key Concepts
theology
scripture interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern which verses speak directly to you?
- What does personal revelation mean for community faith?
A Different Perspective
Not all scriptures are equally emphasized; context matters.
