When really weak in ourselves, and conscious of that weakness, we are in the state suited to the manifestation of the power of God. When emptied of ourselves, we are filled with God. Those who think they can change their own hearts, atone for their own sins, subdue the power of evil in their own souls or in the souls of others, who feel able to sustain themselves under affliction, God leaves to their own resources. But when they feel and acknowledge their weakness, he communicates to them divine strength.
— Charles Hodge (1797–1878), Theologe
Related Bible passage: 2CO.12.9
Topics: Illness & Weakness, Humility & Pride, Faith & Trust
Occasions: Encouragement
Charles Hodge
Charles Hodge (1797–1878) war ein US-amerikanischer presbyterianischer Theologe, der fast sechs Jahrzehnte am Princeton Theological Seminary lehrte und die konservative Princeton-Theologie maßgeblich prägte. Er wurde durch sein Hauptwerk „Systematic Theology“ und die Verteidigung der biblischen Irrtumslosigkeit bekannt, geriet jedoch wegen seiner vermittelnden Haltung zur Sklaverei und seiner Ablehnung des radikalen Abolitionismus in anhaltende Kritik. Für heutige Bibelleser dient sein Werk als klassisches Nachschlagewerk einer streng bekenntnisgebundenen, reformierten Dogmatik.
All quotes by Charles Hodge (16)
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Charles Haddon Spurgeon
Inner dignity remains, even when performance capacity and social role decline.
Anselm Grün
He has chosen not to heal me, but to hold me. The more intense the pain, the closer His embrace.
Joni Eareckson Tada
Having no arms and legs isn't as bad as having no hope!
Nick Vujicic
Charles Haddon Spurgeon
Charles Haddon Spurgeon
Hudson Taylor
Charles Haddon Spurgeon