Accommodations Quote by D. A. Carson
“God has disclosed of himself in human words with such magnificent self accommodation to our limitations. Precisely so that we may be his holy people and reverence everything that he says, cherish it, value it, and thus live it out.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gospel According to John, D. A. Carson, 1991
Divine truth is expressed in language that fits human limits, inviting reverence and lived obedience.
In simple terms: God speaks in ways we can understand, urging us to cherish and follow.
Key Takeaway
Live according to God's spoken word.
Themes
faith
reverence
humility
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
scriptural
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal worship
- daily devotion
- teaching
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theology
incarnation
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor words you consider sacred?
- What practices help you embody spiritual teachings?
A Different Perspective
Human language may still fall short of divine mystery.
