Extraordinary afflictions are not always... by Matthew Henry | We Heart Quotes

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Extraordinary afflictions are not always the punishment of extraordinary sins, but sometimes the trial of extraordinary graces.

- Matthew Henry

Other quotes by Matthew Henry

Pain

So great was the extremity of his pain and anguish, that he did not only sigh but roar.

- Matthew Henry

Care World

Whatever we have of this world in our hands, our care must be to keep it out of our hearts, lest it come between us and Christ.

- Matthew Henry

Saying

Saying and doing are two things.

- Matthew Henry

Peace

The way to preserve the peace of the church is to preserve its purity.

- Matthew Henry

Blind Will

None so deaf as those that will not hear. None so blind as those that will not see.

- Matthew Henry

Satisfaction

They have most satisfaction in themselves, and consequently the sweetest relish of their creature comforts.

- Matthew Henry

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