If two angels were to receive at the same moment a commission from God, one to go down and rule earthโs grandest empire, the other to go and sweep the streets of its meanest village, it would be a matter of entire indifference to each which service fell to his lot, the post of ruler or the post of scavenger; for the joy of the angels lies only in obedience to Godโs will, and with equal joy they would lift a Lazarus in his rags to Abrahamโs bosom, or be a chariot of fire to carry an Elijah home.
John NewtonWe serve a gracious Master who knows how to overrule even our mistakes to his glory and our own advantage.
John NewtonNot only the guilt, but the love of sin, and its dominion, are taken away, subdued by grace, and cordially renounced by the believing pardoned sinner.
John NewtonIf our zeal is embittered by expressions of anger, invective, or scornโwe may think we are doing service of the cause of truth, when in reality we shall only bring it into discredit!
John NewtonThe Christian must know that the season, measure, and continuance of his sufferings are appointed by Infinite Wisdom, and designed to work for his everlasting good; and that grace and strength shall be afforded him according to his need.
John Newton