Men and women Quote by Gene Edwards
““God has a university. It’s a small school. Few enroll; even fewer graduate. Very, very few indeed. God has this school because he does not have broken men and women. Instead, he has several other types of people. He has people who claim to have God’s authority . . . and don’t—people who claim to be broken . . . and aren’t. And people who do have God’s authority, but who are mad and unbroken. And he has, regretfully, a great mixture of everything in between.””
About This Quote
God’s “university” admits few, with diverse types of people, emphasizing that brokenness isn’t a prerequisite for divine authority.
In simple terms: Divine community is selective, varied, not limited to broken people.
Key Takeaway
Seek spiritual growth beyond labels.
Themes
theology
spirituality
authority
diversity
Mood
thoughtful
spiritual
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church groups
- personal prayer
- spiritual retreats
- mentoring
Key Concepts
religious studies
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you view your own spiritual status?
- What does “authority” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
May alienate those feeling broken or unqualified.
