Able Quote by Donald Miller
“I know our culture will sometimes understand a love for Jesus as weakness. There is this lie floating around that says I am supposed to be able to do life alone, without any help, without stopping to worship something bigger than myself. But I actually believe there is something bigger than me, and I need for there to be something bigger than me. I need someone to put awe inside me; I need to come second to someone who has everything figured out.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Blue Like Jazz by Donald Miller, 2003
Many see reliance on a higher power as weakness, but true strength comes from acknowledging something greater than ourselves and allowing awe to guide us.
In simple terms: Relying on something larger than yourself gives strength.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and seek awe.
Themes
faith
humility
strength
spirituality
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- leadership
- mental health
- spiritual practice
- community building
Key Concepts
dependence
transcendence
purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- What does humility look like in your life?
- How can awe inspire action?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on external authority can diminish personal agency.
