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Adam Quote by Thomas Brooks

“The purpose of God is the sovereign cause of all that good that is in man, and of all that external, internal and eternal good that comes to man. Not works past, for men are chosen from everlasting; not works present, for Jacob was loved and chosen before he was born; nor works foreseen, for men…” quote by Thomas Brooks
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“The purpose of God is the sovereign cause of all that good that is in man, and of all that external, internal and eternal good that comes to man. Not works past, for men are chosen from everlasting; not works present, for Jacob was loved and chosen before he was born; nor works foreseen, for men were all corrupt in Adam. All a believer's present happiness, and all his future happiness springs from the eternal purpose of God.”

Thomas Brooks

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Eternal Purpose of God, 1660

God’s ultimate purpose is the source of all good in humanity and creation; happiness stems from divine purpose, not human effort.

In simple terms: Divine purpose, all good and happiness.

Key Takeaway

Align life with God’s purpose.

Themes

theology purpose spirituality

Mood

contemplative reverent

Type

religious inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal devotion
  • church teaching
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

divine providence human goodness eternal destiny

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does aligning with divine purpose look like today?
  • How can one discern God’s purpose?
A Different Perspective

May conflict with secular views on happiness.

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