Appetite Quote by F.B. Meyer
“When the Bible itself becomes irksome, inquire whether you have not been spoiling your appetite by sweetmeats and renounce them; and believe that the Word is the wire along which the voice of God will certainly come to you if the heart is hushed and the attention fixed.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Christian Living, 1900s
It advises that spiritual hunger can be dulled by indulgence, and that quiet listening allows God's message to be received.
In simple terms: Avoid excess to hear God.
Key Takeaway
Practice simplicity and attentive listening.
Themes
spirituality
self‑control
mindfulness
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- fasting
- meditation
- prayer
- reducing distractions
Key Concepts
biblical teaching
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- What distractions block your spiritual focus?
- How can you cultivate a hushed heart?
A Different Perspective
May be too prescriptive for some.
![“When it was first said that the sun stood still and world turned round, the common sense of mankind declared the doctrine false; but the old saying of Vox populi, vox Dei [the voice of the people is the voice of God], as every philosopher knows, cannot be trusted in science.” quote by Charles Darwin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/5f6/charles-darwin-507_agnosticism_when-it-was-first-said-that-the-sun-stoo_226722.jpg)
