Counts Quote by J. I. Packer
“I'm saying that an editorial process that is preparing the material for publication counts as part of the inspiring process whereby God, in his sovereignty, gave every word.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Theology of Inspiration, 1995
The editorial process is part of divine inspiration, as God sovereignly provides every word for publication.
In simple terms: Editing is a divine‑inspired part of publishing.
Key Takeaway
Respect the editorial process as sacred.
Themes
faith
creativity
publication
divine inspiration
craftsmanship
Mood
reverent
thoughtful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing
- publishing
- scripture study
Key Concepts
theology
authorship
spiritual discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility shape your writing?
- What role does editing play in revealing truth?
A Different Perspective
May conflate human effort with divine action.
