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“We have to determine our theology from the Word of God, not from what we feel.” quote by R. C. Sproul
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“We have to determine our theology from the Word of God, not from what we feel.”

R. C. Sproul

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Faith must be rooted in Scripture, not personal emotion, to avoid subjective doctrine.

In simple terms: Doctrine should follow the Bible, not feelings.

Key Takeaway

Base beliefs on the Bible alone.

Themes

theology authority faith

Mood

reflective serious

Type

doctrinal theological

When to use this quote

  • preaching
  • Bible study
  • church teaching
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

Scripture objective truth doctrinal integrity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern when feelings conflict with Scripture?
  • What practices keep you anchored in the Word?
A Different Perspective

Emotions can mislead but are not the ultimate authority.

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