Character Quote by George MacDonald
“Oh the folly of any mind that would explain God before obeying Him! That would map out the character of God instead of crying, Lord, what wouldst thou have me to do?”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Life of God, 1875
It warns against trying to define God before submitting to Him, urging humility and obedience.
In simple terms: Don’t define God before obeying Him.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility before understanding.
Themes
humility
faith
obedience
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
theological
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- religious study
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance understanding and obedience?
- What does humility look like in your faith?
A Different Perspective
Faith can be limited by human concepts.
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