Bible Quote by Bob Goff
““In the Bible there’s a guy named Timothy who gets a letter from another guy named Paul. Paul is like an older brother to Timothy. In the letter, Paul tells him to watch out for people who act holy but don’t get their holiness from Jesus but from the stuff they’ve done, which is pure delusion. Paul called this kind of religious devotion a form of godlessness, meaning it’s the exact opposite of what it’s pretending to be.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Love Does, 2012
Beware of self‑righteousness that masquerades as piety; true holiness stems from Christ, not personal achievements.
In simple terms: True holiness comes from Jesus, not deeds.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility over self‑approval.
Themes
religion
humility
authenticity
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- personal faith
- teaching
- counseling
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits mask true devotion?
- How can you verify humility in yourself?
A Different Perspective
Self‑assessment can be uncomfortable.
