In explaining the growth of his faith, psychiatrist Gerald…
“In explaining the growth of his faith, psychiatrist Gerald May writes, "I know that God is loving and that God’s loving is trustworthy. I know this directly, through the experience of my life. There have been plenty of times of doubt, especially when I used to believe that trusting God's goodness meant I would not be hurt. But having been hurt quite a bit, I know God's goodness goes deeper than all pleasure and pain it embraces them both." Ruthless Trust, pg 22”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Faith is trusted through personal experience, even amid pain, recognizing divine goodness beyond pleasure and suffering.
In simple terms: Trust God despite pain, knowing goodness transcends pleasure and suffering.
Key Takeaway
Accept that divine love includes both joy and hardship.
Themes
faith
trust
spirituality
suffering
resilience
Mood
reflective
hopeful
serene
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- counseling sessions
- personal crises
- spiritual retreats
- grief support
Key Concepts
theology
personal experience
trust
pain
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal pain shape your understanding of divine love?
- Can trust coexist with doubt?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the complexity of suffering and its impact on belief.