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Faith Quote by Martin Luther

“Faith looks to the word and the promise; that is, to the truth. But hope looks to that which the word has promised, to the gift .” quote by Martin Luther
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“Faith looks to the word and the promise; that is, to the truth. But hope looks to that which the word has promised, to the gift .”

Martin Luther

About This Quote

Source Treatise: The Freedom of a Christian, Martin Luther, 1520

Faith trusts the truth of God's word; hope anticipates the fulfillment of that promise.

In simple terms: Faith believes; hope expects.

Key Takeaway

Align belief with promised outcomes.

Themes

faith hope trust

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal devotion
  • sermon preparation
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

theology promise expectation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance faith and hope in daily life?
  • What role does promise play in personal growth?
A Different Perspective

Hope can be fragile without tangible evidence.

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