Color Quote by C. S. Lewis
“It is a poor thing to strike our colors to God when the ship is going down under us; a poor thing to come to Him as a last resort, to offer up 'our own' when it is no longer worth keeping. If God were proud He would hardly have us on such terms: but He is not proud, He stoops to conquer, He will have us even though we have shown that we prefer everything else to Him.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, 1942
God’s humility contrasts with human pride; even in crisis, divine love persists, offering redemption despite our preferences.
In simple terms: God’s humility vs. human pride; love endures.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility and trust divine compassion.
Themes
theology
humility
faith
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- ethical decisions
- counseling
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Christian doctrine
spiritual struggle
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility affect faith during hardship?
- What does “stoops to conquer” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
May be interpreted doctrinally.
