Let no day slip over without some comfort received from the mouth of God.
John KnoxRead
A man with God is always in the majority.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Having faith in God gives strength and assurance despite how many people may oppose you.
This quote by John Knox emphasizes the power and confidence that comes from having a relationship with God. It suggests that even if one stands alone in their beliefs or actions, they are backed by a greater power, making them stronger and part of a 'majority' that transcends mere numbers.
Themes
FaithStrengthGodMajorityBelief
In practice
Example use cases
During a prayer meeting, one could share this quote to encourage the group about the power of faith.
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As touching nature I am a worm of this earth, and yet a subject of this commonwealth; but as touching the office wherein it has pleased God to place me, I am a watchman... For that reason I am bound in conscience to blow the trumpet publicly.
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I will keep the ground that God has given me and perhaps in his grace, he will ignite me again. But ignite me or not, in his grace, in his power, I will hold the ground.
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I have never once feared the devil, but I tremble every time I enter the pulpit.
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