Barrenness Quote by Ellen G. White
“Lightness, jesting, and joking, can only be indulged at the expense of barrenness of soul, and the loss of the favor of God.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Great Controversy, 1888
The quote warns that humor and lightness, when used to avoid seriousness, can lead to spiritual emptiness and loss of divine favor.
In simple terms: Too much joking can empty the soul and distance one from God.
Key Takeaway
Balance levity with spiritual depth.
Themes
spirituality
humor
discipline
faith
balance
Mood
contemplative
cautionary
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- sermon preparation
- spiritual retreats
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
moral integrity
inner life
devotional practice
Questions to Reflect On
- When does humor become avoidance?
- How can one maintain joy without compromising faith?
A Different Perspective
Excessive humor may be a coping mechanism for deeper issues.
