Death Quote by Scotty Smith
““The Lord is King for ever and ever; the nations will perish from his land. You, Lord, hear the desire of the afflicted; you encourage them, and you listen to their cry, defending the fatherless and the oppressed, so that mere earthly mortals will never again strike terror” (Ps. 10:16–18 NIV).””
About This Quote
Source Bible: Psalm 10:16‑18 (NIV)
God promises to hear and defend the oppressed, protecting the vulnerable so that terror never returns.
In simple terms: God protects the oppressed and stops terror.
Key Takeaway
Trust divine justice for the vulnerable.
Themes
faith
justice
compassion
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
scriptural
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer groups
- human rights advocacy
- community support
- counseling
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
social welfare
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we act when divine help feels distant?
- What role does human responsibility play?
A Different Perspective
Human suffering persists despite belief; divine intervention is not guaranteed.
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