Courage Quote by Maria Woodworth-Etter
““I was very timid, and bound as with chains in a man-fearing spirit. When I arose to testify I trembled like a leaf, and began to make excuses - O God, send someone else! Then the Lord in a vision caused me to see the bottomless pit open in all its horror and woe. There was weeping and wailing and gnashing of teeth. It was surrounded by a great multitude of people who seemed unconscious of their danger, and without a moments warning they would tumble into this awful place. I was above the people on a narrow plank-walk, which wound up toward heaven; and I was exhorting and pleading with the people to come upon the plank and escape that awful place. Several started. There was a beautiful bright light above me, and I was encouraging them to follow that light and they would go straight to heaven. "In all these trials God was preparing me and opening the way for the great battle against the enemy of souls and now the great desire of my heart was to work for Jesus. I longed to win a star for the Savior's crown.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Revival testimony, early 1900s, United States
She describes overcoming fear through divine vision, urging others to escape spiritual peril and follow Christ.
In simple terms: Fear can be conquered by seeing God’s plan and helping others.
Key Takeaway
Seek God’s vision and guide others.
Themes
faith
courage
spiritual warfare
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
testimonial
inspirational
When to use this quote
- evangelism
- personal crisis
- group prayer
- spiritual awakening
Key Concepts
vision
mission
redemption
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you confront personal fear to help others?
- What does “light” represent in your life?
A Different Perspective
Vision may be symbolic, not literal, limiting practical application.
