Character Quote by R.C. Sproul
““God has not given us specific instructions for each and every possible ethical issue we face, but neither are we left to grope in the dark and to make our decisions on the basis of mere opinion. This is an important comfort to the Christian because it assures us that in dealing with ethical questions, we are never working in a vacuum. The ethical decisions that we make touch the lives of people, and mold and shape human personality and character. It is precisely at this point that we need the assistance of God's superior wisdom.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Authority of Scripture, R.C. Sproul, 2005
God provides overarching moral guidance, so believers should seek divine wisdom rather than rely solely on personal opinion when facing ethical dilemmas.
In simple terms: Seek God’s wisdom for moral decisions.
Key Takeaway
Lean on divine guidance for ethics.
Themes
faith
ethics
authority
humility
Mood
reflective
reverent
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church counseling
- ethical committees
- personal decision‑making
- public policy
Key Concepts
theology
moral philosophy
spiritual discernment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern God’s will in complex issues?
- What role should community play in ethical choices?
A Different Perspective
Human reasoning alone can be limited and biased.
![“[...] God's message is that we are largely on our own. We are the ones who give moral guidelines body and life. You can take, if you will, your solace in heaven, but you must work out your ethics on earth.” quote by Susan Neiman](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/44a/susan-neiman-16864_life_god-s-message-is-that-we-are-largely-on_2654439.jpg)
