Quotes by Charles E. Cowman

Charles E. Cowman (1868–1924) — Missionar · Methodistisch · USA

Charles Elmer Cowman (1868–1924) war ein US-amerikanischer Evangelist und methodistisch geprägter Missionar, der ab 1901 in Japan wirkte und die Oriental Missionary Society mitbegründete. Er stand für die Ausbreitung der Heiligungsbewegung in Ostasien, die Ausbildung einheimischer Leiter sowie einen aufopferungsvollen Einsatz, der letztlich zu seinem frühen körperlichen Zusammenbruch führte. Für Bibelleser veranschaulicht sein Erbe eine radikale Glaubenshingabe sowie theologische Reflexionen über das Durchtragen von Krankheit und Leid, die auch durch die Schriften seiner Ehefrau Lettie Cowman weite Verbreitung fanden.

Era: The 20th Century

Recurring topics: Faith & Trust, Guidance & God's Will, Peace & Rest, Humility & Pride, Suffering & the Question of God, Growth & Character, Prayer & Silence, Meaning & Identity

Quotes by Charles E. Cowman

Submission to the divine will is the softest pillow on which we can lay our heads.

Charles E. Cowman

Life is not booty to be salvaged from the world, but an investment, a capital given to us to be used in the world.

Charles E. Cowman

God never does things in a hurry; on the contrary, he invests many years in all those he expects to use for a great work.

Charles E. Cowman

There is no limit to what God can do with a person, as long as they do not touch the glory.

Charles E. Cowman

The purpose of testing is not only to prove worth, but to increase it – just as the oak is not only tested by the storms, but hardened by them.

Charles E. Cowman

Your duty is to learn to be quiet and secure in God in all situations in which you find yourself.

Charles E. Cowman

The greatest lessons of life are the ones we learn, not in school or university, but in the silence of the soul, in the presence of God.

Charles E. Cowman

Give God the flower of the day. Do not give him the withered flowers.

Charles E. Cowman

The man who is to occupy a prominent place among his fellows must occupy a humble place before his God.

Charles E. Cowman

Many Christians do not realize the importance of heavenly dew in their lives, and as a consequence, they lack freshness and vigor.

Charles E. Cowman

When faith goes to market, it always takes its basket along.

Charles E. Cowman

Even though you lack sunshine and are surrounded by difficulties, bear in mind that this has been wisely ordered for you. Perhaps a long summer would have turned you into dry and barren land. The Lord knows what is best and has both clouds and sunshine at His disposal.

Charles E. Cowman

Sources: booksamillion.com, scriptoriumdaily.com, bu.edu, goodreads.com

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