It is clear that there must be difficulties for us in a…
“It is clear that there must be difficulties for us in a revelation such as the Bible. If someone were to hand me a book that was as simple to me as the multiplication table, and say, 'This is the Word of God. In it He has revealed His whole will and wisdom,' I would shake my head and say, 'I cannot believe it; that is too easy to be a perfect revelation of infinite wisdom.' There must be, in any complete revelation of God's mind and will and character and being, things hard for the beginner to understand; and the wisest and best of us are but beginners.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True revelation of divine wisdom must be complex, not overly simple, because God's infinite nature exceeds human comprehension.
In simple terms: God's wisdom is deep and not easy to grasp.
Key Takeaway
Accept complexity in spiritual study.
Themes
faith
humility
theology
Mood
thoughtful
reverent
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal study
- theological education
- spiritual mentorship
- sermon preparation
Key Concepts
divine revelation
human limitation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle confusing doctrines?
- What role does humility play in learning?
A Different Perspective
Simplistic claims can mislead believers.