Clients Think Quote by Jay E. Adams
““When clients think they are helpless, that some strange mysterious force is at work overpowering them, and they say that I Corinthians 10:13 does not apply to their case, the truth may be that they are not serious about wanting to do the Lord’s will. They may be talking out of both sides of their mouths. They may deceive others or even themselves, in part, about the sincerity of their desire to obey God.””
About This Quote
People may claim external forces prevent obedience, but often the issue is a lack of genuine commitment to God's will.
In simple terms: Excuses mask true intent.
Key Takeaway
Self‑deception hinders spiritual growth.
Themes
personal responsibility
spiritual obedience
self‑deception
motivation
faith
Mood
reflective
serious
concerned
Type
advice
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- when feeling powerless
- when blaming circumstances
- when rationalizing failure
- when confronting doubts
Key Concepts
willpower
integrity
accountability
Practical Applications
- counseling sessions
- personal devotion
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true willingness look like?
- How can one discern genuine desire from rationalization?
A Different Perspective
Some may truly face overwhelming hardship that limits their agency.
![“refute arguments and theories and reasonings and every proud and lofty thing that sets itself up against the [true] knowledge of God; and I lead every thought and purpose away captive into the obedience of Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed one). —2 CORINTHIANS 10:5” quote by Joyce Meyer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f85/joyce-meyer-123_knowledge-of-god_refute-arguments-and-theories-and-reason_129576.jpg)
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