Air Quote by Martin Luther
“We must make a great difference between God's Word and the word of man. A man's word is a little sound, that flies into the air, and soon vanishes; but the Word of God is greater than heaven and earth, yea, greater than death and hell, for it forms part of the power of God, and endures everlastingly.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Freedom of a Christian, 1520
God’s Word is eternal and powerful, unlike fleeting human speech that quickly disappears.
In simple terms: God’s Word lasts forever, human words do not.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize divine teachings over fleeting opinions.
Themes
faith
authority
eternity
Mood
reverent
thoughtful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- preaching
- personal study
- teaching
- debate
Key Concepts
theology
scripture
power of language
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “Word of God” mean to you?
- How do you discern divine truth from human opinion?
A Different Perspective
Human interpretation can distort divine meaning.
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