Bonhoeffer Quote by Eric Metaxas
““We will have to move through a very deep valley, I believe much deeper than we can sense now, before we will be able to ascend the other side again. —DIETRICH BONHOEFFER””
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Power of Perseverance, Eric Metaxas, 2015
Deep challenges precede breakthroughs; enduring hardship prepares us for future ascents.
In simple terms: Hard times lead to growth and new heights.
Persist through difficulty to reach higher goals.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- career setbacks
- health recovery
- entrepreneurial ventures
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What valley are you currently navigating?
- What strengths have you gained from past hardships?
Sometimes valleys are not necessary; progress can also come from steady, incremental work.