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Faith is not merely “feeling good about God” but a…

“Faith is not merely “feeling good about God” but a conscious choice, even in the utter absence of feelings or external encouragements to obey His word when He says, “Trust Me.” This choice has nothing to do with mood but is a deliberate act of laying hold of the character of God whom circumstances…” quote by Elisabeth Elliot
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““Faith is not merely “feeling good about God” but a conscious choice, even in the utter absence of feelings or external encouragements to obey His word when He says, “Trust Me.” This choice has nothing to do with mood but is a deliberate act of laying hold of the character of God whom circumstances never change.””

Elisabeth Elliot

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 a deliberate commitment to God's character, independent of feelings or external support, trusting His word.

In simple terms: Faith is a conscious trust beyond emotions.

Key Takeaway

Choose trust over mood.

Themes

faith trust commitment

Mood

reflective serious

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • religious doubt
  • decision making
  • leadership

Key Concepts

spirituality theology psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain trust when feelings are absent?
  • What does trusting God look like in daily life?
A Different Perspective

Faith can feel empty without emotional reinforcement.

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