Quote by George MacDonald

Man finds it hard to get what he wants, because he does not want the best God finds it hard to give, because He would give the best, and man will not take it.

Man finds it hard to get what he wants, because he does not

Summary

This quote suggests that the limitations in humans' ability to acquire what they desire stem from their preference for less than the ideal. It implies that individuals struggle because they settle for inferior options rather than pursuing the best. On the other hand, it posits that God faces difficulties in providing blessings as humans often reject or fail to accept the best that He offers. Overall, the quote highlights the paradoxical relationship between human desires, the divine intentions of God, and the consequences of their misalignment.

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