The world will probably be destroyed again, unless we repent. And don't think you can hide from the angels. They start out as ordinary people, and you never know which ones. Suddenly god put the power of destruction in their hands, and they destroy. And just as suddenly, when all the destruction is done, the angels leaves them, and they're ordinary people
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Destruction may come from within when ordinary people are given power they cannot control. Repentance is framed as the only safeguard against this cycle.
- In plain terms
- Ordinary people can become destroyers if given sudden power, and hiding from them is impossible.
- What can you take from it?
- Be wary of those who suddenly hold power over destruction.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who holds power in your life?
- How do you respond to sudden change?
Another view
The quote assumes a specific theological or supernatural context not universally accepted.
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