Art Quote by William Gurnall
“Therefore tremble, O man, at any power thou hast, except thou usest it for God. Art thou strong in body; who hath thy strength? God, or thy lusts?”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian Soldier, William Gurnall, 1650
One should fear any power except when used for divine purpose; true strength comes from God, not personal desire.
In simple terms: Fear power unless used for God; true strength is divine.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with higher purpose, not selfish lust.
Themes
faith
power
morality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- political authority
- personal ambition
- religious devotion
Key Concepts
spiritual warfare
ethical restraint
Questions to Reflect On
- Do we truly know what motivates our use of power?
- Can we separate personal ambition from serving a higher cause?
A Different Perspective
Human nature often blurs the line between divine purpose and personal desire.
