Accepting Quote by Anne Lamott
“The first holy truth in God 101 is that men and women of true faith have always had to accept the mystery of God's identity and love and ways. I hate that, but it's the truth.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Travel: The Book of a Life, 1995
True faith requires embracing the unknown aspects of God's nature and love, despite personal discomfort.
In simple terms: Faith means accepting mystery.
Accept mystery, trust love.
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When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- interfaith dialogue
- spiritual counseling
- religious education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile doubt with devotion?
- What role does mystery play in personal growth?
Some may argue that mystery undermines clarity in belief.