Being blessed Quote by Thomas Goodwin
“Those blessings are sweetest that are won with prayers and won with thanks.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Christian's Prayer and Thanksgiving", 1650
Highlights that blessings are most valuable when earned through prayer and gratitude.
In simple terms: Earn blessings by praying and giving thanks.
Key Takeaway
Pray, be grateful, earn true blessings.
Themes
faith
gratitude
blessing
Mood
reflective
spiritual
Type
scriptural
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal hardships
- financial struggles
- health challenges
Key Concepts
spiritual discipline
thankfulness
divine providence
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you pair prayer with thankfulness?
- What blessings have you earned through gratitude?
A Different Perspective
Blessings may not appear if gratitude is absent.
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