Advantage Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“When we believe that we ought to be satisfied, rather than God glorified, we set God below ourselves, imagine that He should submit His own honor to our advantage; we make ourselves more glorious than God, as though we were not made for Him, but He made for us; this is to have a very low esteem of the majesty of God.”
About This Quote
The passage warns that elevating personal satisfaction above divine reverence diminishes God's majesty, turning worship into self‑service.
In simple terms: Putting self‑interest above God devalues the divine.
Key Takeaway
Humility before the divine.
Themes
theology
pride
humility
spirituality
Mood
serious
cautionary
Type
theological
moral
When to use this quote
- religious preaching
- personal prayer
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
theological anthropology
ego versus devotion
Practical Applications
- cultivate gratitude
- re‑center worship on divine purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- How does self‑esteem affect one's relationship with the divine?
- Can personal satisfaction coexist with reverence?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the role of personal fulfillment in healthy spirituality.
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