Angel Quote by John Shelby Spong
“There never was a time when we were created perfect and fell into sin and needed to be rescued. We are evolving people; we are not fallen people. We are not a little lower than the angels. We're a little higher than the apes. It's a very different perspective.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Testament, 1995
Human evolution contradicts the idea of original sin; we are higher than apes, not fallen.
In simple terms: Humans evolve, not inherently sinful
Key Takeaway
Embrace progressive view of humanity
Themes
theology
evolution
human nature
Mood
reflective
challenging
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious discourse
- education
- personal development
Key Concepts
spiritual growth
self‑identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect moral responsibility?
- What implications for faith communities?
A Different Perspective
May conflict with traditional doctrines
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