Peace of heart that is won by refusing to bear the common yoke of human sympathy is a peace unworthy of a Christian. To seek tranquility by stopping our ears to the cries of human pain is to make ourselves not Christian but a kind of degenerate stoic having no relation either to stoicism or Christianity.
An infinite God can give all of Himself to each of His children. He does not distribute Himself that each may have a part, but to each one He gives all of Himself as fully as if there were no others.
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What this quote means
This quote reflects the idea of a boundless God who offers His entirety to each individual without limitation or compromise.
Aiden Wilson Tozer emphasizes the nature of God as infinite and complete, suggesting that His love and presence are not divided among individuals. Instead, every person experiences the fullness of God as if they were the only one, highlighting the personal and intimate relationship one can have with the divine. This profound connection illustrates the uniqueness of each individual experience of God's love and attention.
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In a sermon about God's unconditional love, this quote can illustrate the depth of divine affection each person receives.
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