Quote by Jim Elliot

Grieve not, then, if your sons seem to desert you, but rejoice, rather, seeing the will of God done gladly.

Grieve not, then, if your sons seem to desert you, but rejoi

Summary

This quote encourages one to find solace in accepting the choices of their children, even if it may seem like they are moving away or distancing themselves. Instead of grieving, the quote advises to embrace a sense of joy by recognizing that their children are following their own path and fulfilling God's will. It implies the idea that true happiness lies in acknowledging and accepting the decisions that align with the higher power's plan.

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