Believer Quote by Frederick Buechner
“What makes me a believer is that from time to time, going back almost as far as my memory will go back, there have been glimpses I've had. Sometimes literally a glimpse which made me suspect the presence of something extraordinary and beyond the realm of the immediate. That's what I think a lot of what my writing has been, my preaching has been - trying to listen to that voice again, to see those moments again.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of Buechner, 1997
The quote describes moments of fleeting insight that hint at a deeper, transcendent reality, which inspire both writing and preaching.
In simple terms: Brief glimpses suggest something beyond everyday life.
Key Takeaway
Seek and listen for those fleeting insights.
Themes
spirituality
creativity
reflection
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing
- preaching
- personal meditation
- seeking meaning
Key Concepts
transcendence
intuition
inspiration
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you do when a glimpse feels too vague?
- How can you differentiate intuition from wishful thinking?
A Different Perspective
Such moments can be elusive and hard to verify, risking self‑deception.
