Discipleship Quote by R.A Torrey
““If we are to have real faith, we must study the Word of God and discover what is promised. Then, we must simply believe the promises of God. Trying to believe something that you want to believe is not faith. Believing what God says in His Word is faith.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Word of Faith, 1948
True faith requires believing God’s promises as revealed in Scripture, not wishful thinking.
In simple terms: Faith is trusting God’s Word, not desires.
Key Takeaway
Study Scripture and trust its promises.
Themes
faith
scripture
trust
belief
spiritual discipline
Mood
devout
encouraging
Type
inspirational
religious
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- personal study
- sermon preparation
- spiritual mentorship
- daily devotion
Key Concepts
theology
biblical studies
psychology of belief
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate faith from wishful thinking?
- What practices strengthen scriptural trust?
A Different Perspective
Believing without study can become superstition.
