Bible Quote by A.W. Tozer
““Sometimes a trial comes along, and we run to the Bible, pull out a quote and say, “According to this Scripture right here, we got it.” We have certain confidence in ourselves. We think we know exactly what is going on. The problem is that we do not know what is happening, and so God will deal with our self-trust.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon or lecture, mid‑20th century Christian teaching
People often quote Scripture to justify certainty, yet true understanding requires humility and divine guidance.
In simple terms: Quoting scripture can mask ignorance.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility in faith.
Themes
faith
humility
interpretation
confidence
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
theological
reflective
When to use this quote
- preaching
- Bible study
- personal crisis
- decision making
Key Concepts
scripture
knowledge
self‑trust
divine wisdom
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern true meaning?
- Do you trust your own interpretation?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on selective verses can mislead.
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