Prayer is not overcoming God's reluctance. It is laying hold of His willingness.
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In a delightful garden, sowing, planting or digging are not hardship but are done with a zeal and a certain pleasure.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Engaging in work related to nature can be joyful and fulfilling rather than burdensome.
This quote by Martin Luther suggests that activities such as sowing, planting, or digging in a garden should not be viewed as laborious tasks, but rather as enjoyable and enriching experiences. The use of the word 'zeal' highlights the passion and delight that can come from working with nature, emphasizing that the process of nurturing a garden is a rewarding endeavor that brings pleasure rather than hardship.
Themes
GardenNatureJoyWorkPleasure
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire students in a gardening club to appreciate the joys of gardening.
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Reason is the greatest enemy that faith has; it never comes to the aid of spiritual things, but more frequently than not struggles against the divine Word, treating with contempt all that emanates from God.
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