Continue Quote by Thomas Boston
““As to the crook in your lot, God has made it; and it must continue while He will have it so. Should you ply your utmost force to even it, or make it straight, your attempt will be vain: it will not change for all you can do. Only He who made it can mend it, or make it straight.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian's Daily Devotion, 1650
It asserts that some problems are divinely ordained and cannot be altered by human effort alone.
In simple terms: Some issues are beyond human control.
Key Takeaway
Accept what cannot be changed.
Themes
faith
resignation
divine will
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal grief
- social injustice
- health crises
- relationship conflicts
Key Concepts
theodicy
human limitation
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you influence in this situation?
- How do you balance acceptance with action?
A Different Perspective
Human agency may be undervalued; change can occur through perseverance.
