Good god Quote by Stephen Altrogge
““ If we don’t have something we desire, it’s not because God is withholding good from us. God didn’t spare his Son one stroke of misery. He won’t withhold any good thing from us.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Faith and Providence, 2015
Desire does not guarantee divine blessing; God’s love is unconditional, yet suffering still occurs.
In simple terms: Wanting something isn’t why God withholds good.
Key Takeaway
Trust God’s love despite unmet desires.
Themes
faith
suffering
trust
divine love
Mood
reflective
hopeful
serene
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- counseling
- grief support
- spiritual growth
Key Concepts
theodicy
unconditional love
human longing
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile suffering with belief in a loving God?
- What does “unconditional love” mean in practice?
A Different Perspective
God may allow hardship for purposes beyond human understanding.
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