Crosses Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“He bequeaths us His manger, from which to learn how God came down to man, and His cross to teach us how man may go up to God.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Manger and the Cross", 1865
Christ's humble birth and sacrificial death illustrate how humanity can rise to divine connection through humility and sacrifice.
In simple terms: Humility and sacrifice connect us to God.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and service to grow spiritually.
Themes
faith
humility
redemption
spiritual growth
Mood
reverent
inspirational
Type
theological
devotional
When to use this quote
- church service
- personal prayer
- community outreach
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theology
Christology
sacrificial love
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility shape your daily actions?
- What sacrifices are you willing to make for others?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations may vary across denominations.
![“[The Community's] crosses and trials give me confidence. But I derive my hope above all, and most especially, from our utter incapacity, for it is always upon nothingness that God is pleased to rear His works. If at any day we accomplish some good here, the glory will certainly be His alone, since…” quote by Theodore Guerin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2b8/theodore-guerin-54729_accomplish_the-community-s-crosses-and-trials-give_7176.jpg)
