Reality Quote by John E. Goldingay
““(Whereas we are inclined to equate the reality and the sense of the reality, these are different things—there can be a reality of God’s presence and activity whether we feel it or not, and we can have a sense of God’s reality and activity but the sense may be false.)””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Theology of the Old Testament, John E. Goldingay, 1995
Reality of divine presence exists independently of human perception; feelings may be misleading.
In simple terms: God’s presence is real whether we sense it or not.
Key Takeaway
Trust in divine reality beyond feelings.
Themes
faith
perception
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
theological
reflective
When to use this quote
- prayer
- worship
- counseling
- personal reflection
- church teaching
Key Concepts
ontology
epistemology
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you distinguish genuine spiritual experience from illusion?
- What practices help you trust beyond feelings?
A Different Perspective
Human experience can be deceptive, leading to doubt about divine activity.
