Children Quote by N.T. Wright
““of praise and prayer that has been going on for millennia and across all cultures. Not to try to inhabit them, while continuing to invent nonpsalmic “worship” based on our own feelings of the moment, risks being like a spoiled child who,””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Power of Worship, 2015
Attempting to create worship based solely on fleeting emotions neglects timeless, communal traditions.
In simple terms: Worship should honor lasting traditions, not just feelings.
Key Takeaway
Balance personal expression with historic practice.
Themes
faith
tradition
authenticity
Mood
contemplative
solemn
Type
theological
spiritual
When to use this quote
- church services
- personal prayer
- community gatherings
Key Concepts
theology
cultural continuity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you integrate tradition with personal devotion?
- What risks arise from worship solely driven by mood?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on personal feeling can dilute shared meaning.
