You are as like the forming of God as ever people were... you are at the edge of promises and prophecies.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker tells a group they are fulfilling divine promises and prophecies.
- In plain terms
- You are acting as God intended, standing at the edge of big prophecies.
- What can you take from it?
- Historical actors often feel chosen by destiny.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you know your mission?
- Are we chosen?
Another view
It presumes divine intent which is unverifiable.
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When I went there, I did not think to have done this. But perceiving the spirit of God so strong upon me, I would not consult flesh and blood.
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