The whole world appears to me like a huge vacuum, a vast empty space, whence nothing desirable, or at least satisfactory, can possibly be derived; and I long daily to die more and more to it; even though I obtain not that comfort from spiritual things which I earnestly desire. David Brainerd appearcomfortdaily share on social
As to my success here I cannot say much as yet: the Indians seem generally kind, and well-disposed towards me, and are mostly very attentive to my instructions, and seem willing to be taught further. David Brainerd attentivedisposegenerally Change image and share on social
We should always look upon ourselves as God's servants, placed in God's world, to do his work; and accordingly labour faithfully for him; not with a design to grow rich and great, but to glorify God, and do all the good we possibly can. David Brainerd designfaithfullyglorify share on social
I am an old sinner; and if God had designed mercy for me, he would have called me home to himself before now. David Brainerd calldesigngod Change image and share on social
First, Resolve upon, and daily endeavour to practise, a life of seriousness and strict sobriety. David Brainerd dailyendeavourlife Change image and share on social
I have a secret thought from some things I have observed, that God may perhaps design you for some singular service in the world. David Brainerd designgodobserve Change image and share on social
We are a long time in learning that all our strength and salvation is in God. David Brainerd godlearnlong Change image and share on social
Once more, Never think that you can live to God by your own power or strength; but always look to and rely on him for assistance, yea, for all strength and grace. David Brainerd assistancegodgrace Change image and share on social
When you cease from labour, fill up your time in reading, meditation, and prayer: and while your hands are labouring, let your heart be employed, as much as possible, in divine thoughts. David Brainerd ceasedivineemploy Change image and share on social
As the most extravagant errors were received among the established articles of their faith, so the most infamous vices obtained in their practice, and were indulged not only with impunity, but authorized by the sanction of their laws. David Brainerd articleauthorizeerror share on social
