Crosses Quote by Hosea Ballou
“Faith, in order to be genuine and of any real value, must be the offspring of that divine love which Jesus manifested when He prayed for His enemies on the cross.”
About This Quote
Genuine faith must arise from divine love, exemplified by Jesus praying for his enemies, indicating that true belief is rooted in selfless compassion.
In simple terms: Faith should stem from loving, selfless compassion.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate love‑based faith.
Themes
faith
compassion
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- community service
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we practice love for those we oppose?
- What role does compassion play in belief systems?
A Different Perspective
Faith without love can become dogmatic.
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