Presence of god Quote by C.S. Lewis
““If the Divine call does not make us better, it will make us very much worse. Of all bad men religious bad men are the worst. Of all created beings the wickedest is one who originally stood in the immediate presence of God.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis, 1942
Divine calling must improve us; otherwise it worsens us, especially those closest to God who fail.
In simple terms: God's call should make us better, not worse.
Key Takeaway
Seek growth, not stagnation.
Themes
spirituality
morality
humility
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
reflective
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- religious practice
- leadership
- confession
Key Concepts
theology
ethical responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you allowing your faith to transform you?
- How do you measure spiritual progress?
A Different Perspective
Even the pious can become corrupt if they ignore improvement.
