Quote by C.S. Lewis

Pain insists upon being attended to. God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our consciences, but shouts in our pains. It is his megaphone to rouse a deaf world.

Pain insists upon being attended to. God whispers to us in o

Summary

This quote suggests that pain is a powerful force that demands our attention. While we may hear subtle messages from God during pleasant moments or through our conscience, it is in times of pain that we are truly compelled to listen. The quote implies that God uses pain as a metaphorical megaphone to awaken a world that may otherwise be oblivious or indifferent. It implies that by paying attention to and learning from our pain, we may find a deeper connection with the divine.

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