Faith Quote by Hans Urs von Balthasar
“To be sure, the response of faith to revelation, which God grants to the creature he chooses and moves with his love, occurs in such a way that it is truly the creature that provides the response, with its own nature and its natural powers of love.”
About This Quote
Source Theology: "The Glory of the Lord", 1965, doctrinal exposition
Faith responds to divine revelation through love, with each creature actively participating in the divine response based on its nature and love
In simple terms: Faith reacts to God's love, each being responds with its own love
Key Takeaway
Cultivate love to align with divine response
Themes
faith
love
divine interaction
Mood
reverent
contemplative
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- community worship
- ethical decisions
- life purpose
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
spiritual anthropology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love shape your spiritual response?
- In what ways can you express love more fully?
A Different Perspective
Human limitations can hinder full divine participation
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