William Gurnall Quotes

A collection of quotes by William Gurnall.

William Gurnall (1617-1679) was an English clergyman and author, best known for his work "The Christian in Complete Armour," a renowned Puritan treatise on spiritual warfare. Born in King's Lynn, Norfolk, Gurnall attended Cambridge University and served as a vicar in Suffolk. His influential book, published posthumously, offers practical advice and biblical guidance to Christians in their struggle against sin and temptation. Gurnall's writings continue to inspire and encourage believers worldwide in their pursuit of a steadfast faith.

The Christian must trust in a withdrawing God.

The Christian must trust in a withdrawing God.

William Gurnall

Trust

We have peace with God as soon as we believe, but not always

We have peace with God as soon as we believe, but not always with ourselves. The pardon may be past the prince's hand and seal, and yet not put into the prisoner's hand.

William Gurnall

Peace

The devil had as good have let Paul alone, for he no sooner

The devil had as good have let Paul alone, for he no sooner comes into prison but he falls a preaching, at which the gates of Satan's prison fly open, and poor sinners come forth.

William Gurnall

Alone

Godliness, as well as the doctrine of our faith, is a myster

Godliness, as well as the doctrine of our faith, is a mystery.

William Gurnall

Faith

Humble souls are fearful of their own strength.

Humble souls are fearful of their own strength.

William Gurnall

Strength

Justifying faith is not a naked assent to the truths of the

Justifying faith is not a naked assent to the truths of the gospel.

William Gurnall

Faith