Surely those who know the great passionate heart of Jehovah must deny their own loves to share in the expression of His.
Jim ElliotThe will of God is sweet tonight, altogether โgood and acceptable and perfect.โ The considerate love of the Lord Jesus for us seems such a kind thing now. I know it has always been so, but somehow I didnโt see how wise it was when it didnโt seem kindโฆ Remind me of this when I cannot regard His love as considerate some time.
Jim ElliotHe is no fool who parts with that which he cannot keep, when he is sure to be recompensed with that which he cannot lose.
Jim ElliotI pray for you, that all your misgivings will be melted to thanksgivings. Remember that the shadow a thing casts often far exceeds the size of the thing itself (especially if the light be low on the horizon) and though some future fear may strut brave darkness as you approach, the thing itself will be but a speck when seen from beyond. Oh that He would restore us often with that 'aspect from beyond,' to see a thing as He sees it, to remember that He dealeth with us as with sons.
Jim Elliot