Dirt Quote by D. A. Carson
“Imagination is a God-given gift; but if it is fed dirt by the eye, it will be dirty. All sin, not least sexual sin, begins with the imagination. Therefore what feeds the imagination is of maximum importance in the pursuit of kingdom righteousness.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gospel According to John, 1998
Imagination is a divine gift but can be corrupted by sinful thoughts; feeding it properly is crucial for spiritual righteousness.
In simple terms: Imagination must be guarded against sin.
Key Takeaway
Nurture pure imagination.
Themes
spirituality
imagination
morality
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
theological
advice
When to use this quote
- spiritual formation
- creative expression
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Theology of sin
cognitive ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What feeds your imagination positively?
- How can you discern harmful imagination?
A Different Perspective
Human imagination is complex; not all thoughts are sinful.
