Circumstances which we have resented, situations which we have found desperately difficult, have all been the means in the hands of God of driving the nails into the self-life which so easily complains.
Interpretation
Difficult circumstances can lead to personal growth and spiritual development.
This quote emphasizes that the challenging situations we often resent can serve a higher purpose, aiding in the removal of our ego and self-centeredness, which tends to complain in the face of adversity. It suggests that through hardship, we can cultivate resilience and a deeper connection to God, ultimately transforming our perspective on life's difficulties.
In practice
In a motivational speech about overcoming obstacles.
We will only advance in our evangelistic work as fast and as far as we advance on our knees. Prayer opens the channel between a soul and God; prayerlessness closes it. Prayer releases the grip of Satan's power; prayerlessness increases it. That is why prayer is so exhausting and so vital. If we believed it, the prayer meeting would be as full as the church.
I am proud to be part of a species where a subset of its members willingly put their lives at risk to push the boundaries of our existence.
Say just what you mean to do on every occasion, and take it for granted you mean to do right.
The poisonous serpent of afflictions is sleeping in your mind; just as if a black viper were asleep in your room. You must use the hook of precepts to quickly remove it. When the sleeping snake is gone, then you can rest at ease.
True genius resides in the capacity for evaluation of uncertain, hazardous, and conflicting information.
It's good to learn from your mistakes. It's better to learn from other people's mistakes.
How terrible is wisdom, when it brings no profit to the man that's wise
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