Antagonism Quote by Aiden Wilson Tozer
“It is the Spirit of Christ in us that will draw satan's fire. The people of the world will not much care what we believe and they will stare vacantly at our religious forms, but there is one thing they will never forgive us-the presence of God's Spirit in our hearts. They may not know the cause of that strange feeling of antagonism which rises within them, but it will be nonetheless real and dangerous. satan will never cease to make war on the Man-child, and the soul in which dwells the Spirit of Christ will continue to be the target for his attacks.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Spirit of Christ, 1905
The presence of God's Spirit in believers draws spiritual conflict, making them targets of satanic opposition.
In simple terms: God's Spirit invites spiritual battle.
Key Takeaway
Guard your heart with faith.
Themes
faith
spiritual warfare
divine presence
Mood
reflective
serious
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church fellowship
- evangelism
- spiritual discernment
- counseling
Key Concepts
Christian theology
spiritual conflict
inner transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience spiritual conflict?
- What practices strengthen your inner faith?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes a literal satanic presence, which may not resonate with all readers.
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