Apostles Quote by D.L. Moody
““In one of his early epistles Paul calls himself the “least of all the apostles.” Later on he claims to be “less than the least of all saints,” and again, just before his death, humbly declares that he is the “chief of sinners.” Notice how he seems to have grown smaller and smaller in his own estimation. So it was with John. And I do hope and pray that as the days go by we may feel like hiding ourselves, and let God have all the honor and glory.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Humility and Grace, 1885
Paul’s self‑deprecation illustrates growing humility, urging believers to hide themselves and let God receive all glory.
In simple terms: Paul becomes increasingly humble, urging us to give glory to God.
Key Takeaway
Practice humility and surrender praise to God.
Themes
humility
spiritual growth
self‑effacement
faith
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal worship
- small group study
- mission work
- confessional writing
Key Concepts
theology
Christian ethics
prayer
Questions to Reflect On
- How can humility be balanced with self‑worth?
- In what ways do you surrender glory?
A Different Perspective
Excessive self‑denial can lead to low self‑esteem.
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