Unless you physically cannot, I urge you to make a…
““Unless you physically cannot, I urge you to make a practice of literally getting on the floor, facedown and prostrate before God on a regular basis. Every time you have a smug sense of self-righteousness, buckle your knees before God buckles them for you. I have often said what some have not wanted to hear—that we, the children of God, can either bend our knees or eventually He will break our legs … in one form or another. He is Lord. He is Lord! But He is also a Lord who loves nothing more than to raise up the humble and astonish them with His wonderful works.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Humility before God prevents pride; surrendering physically symbolizes spiritual submission and reliance on divine guidance.
In simple terms: Humility keeps us grounded before God.
Key Takeaway
Practice daily humility before God.
Themes
humility
faith
pride
submission
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- confession
- spiritual discipline
- leadership
- teaching
Key Concepts
spiritual surrender
divine authority
Questions to Reflect On
- How does physical posture affect spiritual humility?
- What prevents you from surrendering pride?
A Different Perspective
May become self‑justified; humility can be misused for show.