Faith Quote by Ann Swindell
““This is the real, hard work of faith for most of us--not jumping of cliffs or swimming in shark-infested waters, but being willing to lay our hearts and souls before God without protection or pretense. And it's risky business. It's risky to continue to open our hearts to the Lord when our dreams and desires don't line up with reality. Don't let anyone tell you differently. Don't let anyone make you feel like coming to the Lord should always feel warm and easy and clear-cut. It won't. It doesn't. ...He isn't bound by our ways, our timelines, our demands. He is bound by truth and love and justice and mercy--by the things he is and contains within himself.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Faith and Vulnerability, 2021
True faith involves exposing one's heart to God despite misaligned dreams, trusting divine truth over personal expectations.
In simple terms: Faith is risky, but honest openness matters.
Key Takeaway
Open your heart without expecting comfort.
Themes
faith
vulnerability
trust
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- confession
- life crises
- disappointment
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual honesty
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears hold you from being honest with God?
- How do you reconcile unmet desires with belief?
A Different Perspective
Risk can lead to spiritual disillusionment if expectations dominate.
