Faithfulness Quote by John Piper
“What is sin? It is the glory of God not honored. The holiness of God not reverenced. The greatness of God not admired. The power of God not praised. The truth of God not sought. The wisdom of God not esteemed. The beauty of God not treasured. The goodness of God not savored. The faithfulness of God not trusted. The commandments of God not obeyed. The justice of God not respected. The wrath of God not feared. The grace of God not cherished. The presence of God not prized. The person of God not loved. That is sin.”
About This Quote
Sin is defined as the failure to honor, revere, admire, praise, seek, esteem, treasure, savor, trust, obey, respect, fear, cherish, prize, and love God's attributes and commands.
In simple terms: Sin is neglecting God's greatness.
Key Takeaway
Sin = unfulfilled reverence.
Themes
theirituality
Moral Responsibility
Divine Attributes
Human Failure
Mood
Solemn
Reflective
Type
Theological
Didactic
When to use this quote
- Personal worship
- Corporate liturgy
- Ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
Holiness
Grace
Justice
Practical Applications
- Teaching biblical ethics
- Sermon illustration
Questions to Reflect On
- How does neglecting one attribute affect the whole relationship with God?
- What practical steps can restore reverence?
