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Bible Quote by Jan Karon

“Are you reading your Bible?" Ah, well...I was." And then you quit." You got it." Then, you can expect to be weak on one of your flanks, and that's precisely where the Enemy will come after you with a vengeance.” quote by Jan Karon
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“Are you reading your Bible?" Ah, well...I was." And then you quit." You got it." Then, you can expect to be weak on one of your flanks, and that's precisely where the Enemy will come after you with a vengeance.”

Jan Karon

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Mitford Years, 1993

A warning that neglecting spiritual vigilance leaves a weakness that adversaries will exploit.

In simple terms: Neglecting faith creates a vulnerable spot that enemies will attack.

Key Takeaway

Maintain constant spiritual vigilance.

Themes

faith vulnerability spiritual warfare discipline

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

advisory motivational

When to use this quote

  • daily prayer
  • church community
  • personal reflection
  • ethical decision making

Key Concepts

spiritual vigilance enemy strategy personal weakness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you identify your spiritual weak spots?
  • What practices keep you spiritually strong?
A Different Perspective

Neglect can be mitigated by community support and accountability.

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