Against the persecution of a tyrant the godly have no remedy but prayer.
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For there is no one so great or mighty that he can avoid the misery that will rise up against him when he resists and strives against God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes that no one is powerful enough to escape the consequences of opposing divine will.
This quote by John Calvin highlights the futility of resisting divine authority. It suggests that all individuals, regardless of their greatness or strength, will ultimately face the negative repercussions of their attempts to go against God's plans. The idea here is that spiritual surrender and acceptance are crucial to avoid unnecessary suffering.
Themes
ResistanceDivineConsequencesMiseryAcceptance
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon discussing the importance of humility and acceptance of divine will.
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