Quote by Knute Nelson

You say that your hope is in God, and he will, I am sure, stand by you. But you must not forget that you have been given worldly means to use and employ against human arrogance and wrong it is necessary to see such things with a broad mind in order to oppose them.

You say that your hope is in God, and he will, I am sure, st

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of striking a balance between faith in God and actively using the resources and abilities given to us in order to combat injustice and wrongdoing in the world. While placing hope in God is essential, it suggests that we shouldn't neglect or overlook the worldly means at our disposal. The quote encourages an open and broad perspective to recognize and resist human arrogance and injustice. It implies that actively opposing these negatives requires a comprehensive approach that combines faith and practical action.

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By Knute Nelson

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