Autonomy Quote by Fulton J. Sheen
““If, in his pride, he considers God as a challenge, he will deny Him; and if God becomes man and therefore makes Himself vulnerable, he will crucify Him.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: 1950s Catholic radio broadcast on humility
Pride that challenges God leads to denial; seeing God as vulnerable leads to crucifixion.
In simple terms: Pride opposes humility before God.
Key Takeaway
Avoid pride; embrace humility.
Themes
humility
pride
theology
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- confessional preaching
- personal reflection
- ethical teaching
Key Concepts
Christology
spiritual psychology
faith doctrine
Questions to Reflect On
- How does pride manifest in daily life?
- What practices foster true humility?
A Different Perspective
Human nature resists humility, making the lesson hard to live.
