Arms Quote by Theodore L. Cuyler
“When we read or hear how some professed Christian has turned defaulter, or lapsed into drunkenness, or slipped from the communion table into open disgrace, it simply means than a human arm has broken. The man has forsaken the everlasting arms.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Unknown, 19th‑century preaching
A Christian who abandons faith is likened to a broken arm, symbolizing loss of divine support.
In simple terms: Leaving faith is like losing a vital support.
Key Takeaway
Seek restoration, not judgment.
Themes
faith
fallibility
redemption
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
religious
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- church counseling
- addiction recovery
- public scandal
Key Concepts
spiritual abandonment
human frailty
Questions to Reflect On
- How can community help restore faith?
- What does “everlasting arms” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual renewal may be harder than the initial loss.
