Quote by Doug Horton

As the fly bangs against the window attempting freedom while the door stands open, so we bang against death ignoring heaven.

As the fly bangs against the window attempting freedom while

Summary

This quote metaphorically compares our futile efforts to escape the inevitable fate of death to that of a fly relentlessly banging against a closed window, despite the open door leading to freedom. It highlights our tendency to focus on earthly matters and overlook the potential for a heavenly afterlife. The quote serves as a reminder to shift our perspective and prioritize the bigger picture rather than being consumed by the temporary struggles and distractions of our earthly existence.

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