Courage Quote by Paul Tillich
““Faith includes both an immediate awareness of something unconditional and the courage to take the risk of uncertainty upon itself. Faith says "Yes" in spite of the anxiety of "No." Biblical Religion and the Search for Ultimate Reality””
About This Quote
Source Book: Biblical Religion and the Search for Ultimate Reality, 1957
Faith involves trusting unconditionally while daring to face uncertainty, saying “Yes” despite anxiety.
In simple terms: Faith is bold trust amid doubt.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty while trusting.
Themes
faith
uncertainty
courage
existential
trust
Mood
hopeful
introspective
encouraging
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- theological study
- counseling sessions
- decision making
Key Concepts
existential risk
spiritual commitment
paradoxical belief
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “Yes” look like in your life?
- How do you manage anxiety when trusting?
A Different Perspective
Faith can be unsettling when outcomes are unknown.
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