Adequate Quote by Francis Schaeffer
“Christianity is realistic because it says that if there is no truth, there is also no hope; and there can be no truth if there is no adequate base. It is prepared to face the consequences of being proved false and say with Paul: If you find the body of Christ, the discussion is finished, let us eat and drink for tomorrow we die. It leaves absolutely no room for a romantic answer.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The God Who Is There by Francis Schaeffer, 1978
The quote argues that Christianity must be grounded in objective truth and a solid foundation; without truth there is no hope, and true faith accepts the possibility of being disproven.
In simple terms: Christianity needs real truth and a firm base; it cannot be just a comforting story.
Key Takeaway
Embrace truth, even if it challenges belief.
Themes
faith
truth
philosophy
existentialism
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal belief
- academic debate
- ethical decision making
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
ontology
epistemology
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you do if your core belief were disproven?
- How do you balance hope with doubt?
A Different Perspective
Faith may be undermined if truth is subjective or culturally relative.
