Believe Quote by John Ortberg Jr
““Those who believe they believe in God but without passion in the heart, without anguish of mind, without uncertainty, without doubt, and even at times without despair, believe only in the idea of God, and not in God himself. MADELEINE L'ENGLE””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Purpose Driven Life (2002) reference;
Believing in God without emotional depth, doubt, or struggle reduces faith to an abstract idea rather than a lived relationship.
In simple terms: Faith without feeling is just a concept.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate authentic, heartfelt belief.
Themes
faith
doubt
emotion
spirituality
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious practice
- personal crisis
- spiritual seeking
Key Concepts
theology
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions do you associate with your faith?
- How can doubt enhance rather than diminish belief?
A Different Perspective
Faith can become hollow without genuine emotional engagement.
