Beggar Quote by Brennan Manning
“Creation discloses a power that baffles our minds and beggars our speech. We are enamored and enchanted by God's power. We stutter and stammer about God's holiness. We tremble before God's majesty... and yet, we grow squeamish and skittish before God's love.”
About This Quote
Source Book: All the Things You Are by Brennan Manning, 1995
The quote reflects how divine power and holiness overwhelm human language, while love feels intimate yet can still cause fear and hesitation.
In simple terms: God's greatness overwhelms us; love feels both close and scary.
Key Takeaway
Embrace both awe and love without fear.
Themes
spirituality
humility
faith
fear
love
Mood
reverent
introspective
humble
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- worship
- personal reflection
- counseling
- teaching
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance reverence and intimacy with the divine?
- What fears arise when you consider God's love?
A Different Perspective
Human language may never fully capture divine mystery.
