Emotion Quote by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
“God is not a God of the emotions but the God of truth.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Cost of Discipleship, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, 1937
God values truth over emotions; divine nature is rooted in reality.
In simple terms: God is truth, not emotion.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth in faith.
Themes
faith
truth
emotion
theology
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- ethical decisions
- theological study
Key Concepts
philosophy
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does truth guide your actions?
- Can emotion coexist with truth?
A Different Perspective
Emotions also shape human experience and faith.
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