Bible Quote by N.T. Wright
![“[Jesus] is, at the moment, present with us, but hidden behind that invisible veil which keeps heaven and earth apart, and which we pierce in those moments, such as prayer, the sacraments, the reading of scripture, and our work with the poor, when the veil seems particularly thin. But one day the…” quote by N.T. Wright](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b8b/n-t-wright-1173_bible_jesus-is-at-the-moment-present-with-us-b_1085412.jpg)
““[Jesus] is, at the moment, present with us, but hidden behind that invisible veil which keeps heaven and earth apart, and which we pierce in those moments, such as prayer, the sacraments, the reading of scripture, and our work with the poor, when the veil seems particularly thin. But one day the veil will be lifted; earth and heaven will be one; Jesus will be personally present, and every knee shall bow at his name; creation will be renewed; the dead will be raised; and God's new world will at last be in place, full of new prospects and possibilities.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Veil Between Heaven and Earth, N.T. Wright, 2015
The quote describes a spiritual veil separating divine and earthly realms that can be pierced through prayer, sacraments, scripture, and service, anticipating a future where this barrier disappears and creation is fully renewed.
In simple terms: Divine presence is hidden but can be accessed through spiritual practices, and will be fully revealed.
Key Takeaway
Seek to experience divine closeness through prayer and service.
Themes
spirituality
hope
eschatology
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- charitable work
- scripture study
- liturgical rites
- personal meditation
Key Concepts
theology
mysticism
redemption
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience the divine in daily life?
- What does a fully renewed world look like to you?
A Different Perspective
The timing of the veil’s removal is uncertain, and expectations may lead to disappointment.
