Afflictions are often the means by which God refines and per... - Jonathan Edwards

"Afflictions are often the means by which God refines and perfects our souls."

Jonathan Edwards Perseverance

Theologian, Preacher American 1703–1758

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"The heart is deceitful above all things. We are desperately wicked without the grace of God."

"God is infinitely greater than we can comprehend."

"True religion consists in holy affections."

"The way we spend our days is, of course, the way we spend our lives."

"Perseverance is the key to success."

"Don't give up on what you believe in."

"I've been through worse."

"You learn to live with the pain."