Helping Quote by Michael Horton
“Jesus and spirituality can easily become therapies that merely help us cope with life. They can serve us if we chose Him over other service providers. We even talk about "making Jesus my personal Lord and Savior," as if we could make Him anything!”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gospel of the Kingdom by Michael Horton, 2015
Spirituality can turn into a coping mechanism unless it remains centered on Christ rather than self‑help services.
In simple terms: Faith can become a therapy if not focused on Jesus.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize Christ over secular solutions.
Themes
faith
spirituality
therapy
religion
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal counseling
- church ministry
- mental health support
- daily devotion
Key Concepts
Christocentrism
psychology
religious practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern genuine faith from self‑help?
- What role should the church play in mental health?
A Different Perspective
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