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Amazement Quote by Max Lucado

“Off to one side sits a group of shepherds. They sit silently on the floor, perhaps perplexed, perhaps in awe, no doubt in amazement. Their night watch had been interrupted by an explosion of light from heaven and a symphony of angels. God goes to those who have time to hear him-and so on this…” quote by Max Lucado
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“Off to one side sits a group of shepherds. They sit silently on the floor, perhaps perplexed, perhaps in awe, no doubt in amazement. Their night watch had been interrupted by an explosion of light from heaven and a symphony of angels. God goes to those who have time to hear him-and so on this cloudless night he went to simple shepherds.”

Max Lucado

About This Quote

Source Book: The Shepherd’s Heart, 2005

Shepherds experience awe and fear when divine light and angels appear; God speaks to those who listen.

In simple terms: Divine moments bring awe and fear.

Key Takeaway

Listen for spiritual guidance.

Themes

faith wonder divine listen shepherds

Mood

contemplative reverent

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Worship services
  • personal prayer
  • meditation retreats
  • nature walks
  • storytelling

Key Concepts

Spiritual awakening theophany humility community

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern spiritual moments?
  • What does listening mean in faith?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone perceives divine signs.

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