A friendship founded on business is better than a business founded on friendship.
John D. RockefellerRead
This Sunday School has been of help to me, greater perhaps than any other force in my Christian life, and I can ask no better things for you than that you, and all that shall come after you in this great band of workers for Christ, shall receive the same measure of blessedness which I have been permitted to have.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Rockefeller expresses gratitude for the influence of Sunday School in his life and wishes others the same blessing.
In this quote, John D. Rockefeller reflects on the profound impact that Sunday School has had on his Christian life, asserting its significance as a guiding force. He conveys a hope that others will also experience the same level of spiritual fulfillment and joy that he has gained from this community and its teachings.
Themes
Sunday SchoolBlessednessChristian LifeCommunityService
In practice
Example use cases
During a church service, to inspire the congregation about the importance of community and learning.
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