Quote by John Flavel, Sermon: The Success

It is a common thing for men to benumb their own arms, and make them as dead and useless by leaning too much upon them: so it is in a moral as well as a natural way: all the prudence and pains in the world avail nothing without God. So saith the Psalmist, in Psalm cxxvii. 2.

It is a common thing for men to benumb their own arms, and m

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of reliance on God in both moral and practical aspects of life. Like a person can render their arms useless by leaning too heavily on them, individuals can render their efforts futile without acknowledging the guidance and support of a higher power. The quote references Psalm 127:2, where the Psalmist highlights that all human endeavors are in vain without the presence and involvement of God. It serves as a reminder to humble oneself and recognize the necessity of divine assistance in all endeavors.

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By John Flavel, Sermon: The Success

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