Is it any wonder that the joy of salvation is felt so…
““Is it any wonder that the joy of salvation is felt so little, when the humility in which Christ found joy and brings it to us, is so rarely desired? Until a humility which will rest in nothing less than the end and death of self; which gives up all the honor of men as Jesus did, to seek the honor that comes from God alone; which absolutely makes and counts itself nothing, that God may be all, that the Lord alone may be exalted, until such a humility is what we seek in Christ above our most important joy, and welcome at any price, there is very little hope of a religion that will conquer the world. I””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True joy in salvation is scarce because people rarely desire the deep humility exemplified by Christ, which requires self‑emptying and seeking only God's honor.
In simple terms: Joy is rare without Christ‑like humility.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑emptying humility.
Themes
humility
salvation
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church teaching
- spiritual counseling
- mission work
Key Concepts
self‑sacrifice
divine honor
ego death
Questions to Reflect On
- What does humility cost you personally?
- How can you practice humility without losing self‑respect?
A Different Perspective
Humility can be psychologically painful and socially counter‑cultural.