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God Quote by R.C. Sproul Jr

“Perhaps the most shockingly transcendent thing about the God we worship is that He is pleased to stoop down to us, to draw near, to know us, love us, walk with us, and call us all by name.” quote by R.C. Sproul Jr
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““Perhaps the most shockingly transcendent thing about the God we worship is that He is pleased to stoop down to us, to draw near, to know us, love us, walk with us, and call us all by name.””

R.C. Sproul Jr

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Grace and Intimacy, R.C. Sproul Jr., 2015

God’s greatness is shown in His willingness to be intimately involved with humanity, knowing and loving each person individually.

In simple terms: God loves us personally.

Key Takeaway

Seek personal relationship with God.

Themes

divinity intimacy grace

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • counseling
  • personal worship
  • spiritual formation

Key Concepts

theology relationship personal identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does knowing God knows your name affect your daily life?
  • What barriers keep you from feeling God's intimacy?
A Different Perspective

Human beings may feel unworthy of such closeness.

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