Father and son Quote by A.W. Tozer
““he was an eager love slave of his son. God went out of His way to comment on the strength of this affection. And it is not hard to understand. The baby represented everything sacred to his father's heart: the promises of God, the covenants, the hopes of the years and the long messianic dream. As he watched him grow from babyhood to young manhood the heart of the old man was knit closer and closer with the life of his son, till at last the relationship bordered upon the perilous. It was then that God stepped in to save both father and son from the consequences of an uncleansed love.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer, 1948
A father’s deep, almost obsessive love for his son mirrors divine love, but unchecked devotion can become dangerous, requiring divine intervention.
In simple terms: Fatherly love can become unsafe without balance.
Key Takeaway
Guard love love with wisdom.
Themes
love
faith
family
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- parenting
- spiritual mentorship
- counseling
- family counseling
Key Concepts
divine love
human attachment
danger of obsession
Questions to Reflect On
- How can love stay healthy?
- When should divine help be sought?
A Different Perspective
Unbalanced devotion may harm both parties.
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