Dew Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“If our faith can live without God, it is not divinely created. If God had begotten it, it would wait upon Him as the flowers wait upon the dew.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian Life, 1865
Faith that exists independently of God lacks divine origin; true faith depends on God like flowers depend on dew.
In simple terms: Faith without God isn’t divine.
Key Takeaway
Recognize God as the source of faith.
Themes
faith
divine origin
dependence
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church teaching
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual dependence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience God’s presence in your faith?
- What signs show faith’s dependence on God?
A Different Perspective
Faith may be influenced by cultural or personal factors beyond God.
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