Bears Quote by Samuel Rutherford
“You shall by faith sustain yourself and comfort yourself in your Lord, and be strong in His power; for you are in the beaten and common way to heaven, when you are under our Lord's crosses. You have reason to rejoice in it, more than in a crown of gold; and rejoice and be glad to bear the reproaches of Christ.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Theologia Sacra, Samuel Rutherford, 1650
Faith provides inner strength and comfort, making worldly hardships seem less daunting than spiritual rewards.
In simple terms: Faith helps endure suffering and find joy in spiritual purpose.
Key Takeaway
Trust divine strength in trials.
Themes
faith
resilience
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
encouraging
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal hardship
- religious devotion
- pilgrimage
Key Concepts
trust
rejoicing
suffering
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true strength look like in daily life?
- How can faith translate into tangible actions?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on suffering may neglect practical solutions.
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