Accepting Quote by Pope Francis
“God's word is unpredictable in its power... The Church has to accept this unruly freedom of the word, which accomplishes what it wills in ways that surpass our calculations and ways of thinking.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Audience, Vatican, 2015
God's word is powerful and unpredictable; the Church must embrace its freedom and mystery.
In simple terms: God's word is powerful and mysterious.
Key Takeaway
Accept the unpredictable power of divine truth.
Themes
faith
mystery
authority
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
religious
theological
When to use this quote
- preaching
- spiritual counseling
- church governance
Key Concepts
theology
ecclesiology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the Church balance tradition with divine freedom?
- What does embracing mystery mean for daily faith?
A Different Perspective
Unpredictability can cause confusion among believers.
