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“If your creed and Scripture do not agree, cut your creed to pieces, but make it agree with this book.” quote by Charles Spurgeon
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“If your creed and Scripture do not agree, cut your creed to pieces, but make it agree with this book.”

Charles Spurgeon

About This Quote

If creed and Scripture clash, discard the creed and align it with the book’s teachings.

In simple terms: Prioritize the book’s teachings over conflicting beliefs.

Key Takeaway

Let authoritative texts guide belief systems.

Themes

faith scripture authority conflict

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal study
  • church teaching
  • spiritual counseling
  • religious education

Key Concepts

theological alignment doctrinal hierarchy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What happens when doctrine contradicts scripture?
  • How to reconcile faith with new interpretations?
A Different Perspective

Discarding creeds may alienate believers.

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