The earth has grown old with its burden of care, But at Christmas it always is young.
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Let every man and woman count himself immortal. Let him catch the revelation of Jesus in his resurrection. Let him say not merely, "Christ is risen," but "I shall rise."
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote encourages individuals to embrace the idea of their own immortality through faith and the resurrection of Jesus.
Phillips Brooks emphasizes the transformative power of faith in resurrection, urging individuals not just to acknowledge Christ's resurrection but to internalize it as a personal promise of their own immortality. By declaring 'I shall rise,' one reaffirms their hope and belief in life after death, highlighting a profound connection between personal faith and eternal existence.
Themes
FaithImmortalityResurrectionHopeEternity
In practice
Example use cases
A preacher could use this quote in a sermon about the power of resurrection and hope in life after death.
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