Communion with god Quote by Thomas Goodwin
![“Thomas Goodwin Jr. wrote of his godly father: In all the violence of [his fever], he discoursed with that strength of faith and assurance of Christ’s love, with that holy admiration of free grace, with that joy in believing, and such thanksgivings and praises, as he extremely moved and affected…” quote by Thomas Goodwin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0a3/thomas-goodwin-15928_communion-with-god_thomas-goodwin-jr-wrote-of-his-godly-fat_122316.jpg)
““Thomas Goodwin Jr. wrote of his godly father: In all the violence of [his fever], he discoursed with that strength of faith and assurance of Christ’s love, with that holy admiration of free grace, with that joy in believing, and such thanksgivings and praises, as he extremely moved and affected all that heard him…. He rejoiced in the thoughts that he was dying, and going to have a full and uninterrupted communion with God. ‘I am going,’ said he, ‘to the three Persons, with whom I have had communion: they have taken me; I did not take them…. I could not have imagined I should ever have had such a measure of faith in this hour…. Christ cannot love me better than he doth; I think I cannot love Christ better than I do; I am swallowed up in God….’ With this assurance of faith, and fullness of joy,””
About This Quote
In suffering, the writer describes an overwhelming faith that transforms fear into communion with the divine, expressing profound love and surrender.
In simple terms: Faith can turn illness into spiritual union.
Key Takeaway
Suffering can deepen spiritual intimacy.
Themes
faith
suffering
spiritual communion
love
grace
Mood
reverent
intense
Type
spiritual testimony
poetic
When to use this quote
- end‑of‑life reflections
- intense illness
- deep prayer moments
Key Concepts
theodicy
mystical experience
Practical Applications
- practice meditative prayer
- cultivate gratitude in hardship
Questions to Reflect On
- How does one balance acceptance with seeking medical help?
- What role does community play in such intense faith?
A Different Perspective
May idealize suffering, overlooking practical care needs.
