It may be true that there is no God here, but there must be one not far off, and at such a moment one feels His presence; which comes to the same as saying (and I readily give this sincere profession of faith): I believe in God, and that it is His will that man lives not alone but with a wife and a child, when everything is normal.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Divine presence is felt in moments of need, affirming belief in God and family.
- In plain terms
- Even if God is hidden, His presence is felt in daily life and family.
- What can you take from it?
- Faith grows through feeling presence in ordinary life.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you feel the divine?
- Is family part of your faith?
Another view
Not everyone feels divine presence in ordinary moments.
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