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Faith Quote by John Bunyan

“Though it be said that faith cometh by hearing, yet it is the Spirit that worketh faith in the heart through hearing, or else they are not profited by hearing.” quote by John Bunyan
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“Though it be said that faith cometh by hearing, yet it is the Spirit that worketh faith in the heart through hearing, or else they are not profited by hearing.”

John Bunyan

About This Quote

Source Book: “The Pilgrim’s Progress” by John Bunyan, 1678

Faith grows through hearing, but the Spirit activates it within the heart; merely hearing without inner work yields no profit.

In simple terms: Faith needs inner activation.

Key Takeaway

Seek inner transformation through hearing.

Themes

faith spiritual growth inner work

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

religious philosophical

When to use this quote

  • church sermons
  • personal study
  • spiritual retreats
  • group worship

Key Concepts

theology psychology of belief

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does inner belief shape external actions?
  • Can hearing alone inspire change?
A Different Perspective

May not resonate with non‑religious perspectives.

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