3 Principles of Self-Denial for Every Christian – Article
“No matter how the flesh regards itself as perfectly sufficient when it struggles for accolades and wealth through its own hard work, or when it exerts itself through its efforts, or when it is helped by the favor of other people, it is nonetheless certain that all these things are useless, nor will we accomplish anything by either our cleverness or our work except insofar as the Lord causes both to succeed. But conversely, it is his blessing alone that finds a way, even through all obstacles, to cause all things to result in a happy and favorable outcome for us. ”