Better world Quote by William Ellery Channing
“Soul Gathers Force It is possible, when the future is dim, when our depressed faculties can form no bright ideas of the perfection and happiness of a better world,-it is possible still to cling to the conviction of God's merciful purpose towards His creatures, of His parental goodness even in suffering, still to feel that the path of duty, though trodden with a heavy heart, leads to peace.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Divine Purpose, William Ellery Channing, 19th century
Even in darkness, faith in divine mercy sustains hope and duty.
In simple terms: Faith offers hope in suffering.
Key Takeaway
Hold onto divine purpose.
Themes
faith
hope
duty
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- social injustice
- war
- illness
Key Concepts
theodicy
spiritual resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith guide your actions?
- What sustains you in hardship?
A Different Perspective
Belief may clash with harsh realities, causing doubt.
