Biblical-inspiration Quote by Kristen M. Smeltzer
““God pushes us to offense—without explanation—and asks us the same question Jesus asked His disciples, ‘Do you also want to go away?’ And then we have a choice. We either believe or we don’t. We either let Him be God, or we put Him in a box.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast, 2021, Christian spirituality
Divine invitation challenges believers to either accept God’s authority or limit Him, mirroring Jesus’ call to follow.
In simple terms: God asks us to choose: follow Him or confine Him.
Key Takeaway
Embrace divine guidance fully.
Themes
faith
choice
spirituality
authority
Mood
contemplative
provocative
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church life
- personal prayer
- decision making
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to “put God in a box”?
- How does this choice affect daily life?
A Different Perspective
Limiting God may reduce discomfort but also limits growth.
