Able Quote by Richard Lovelace
“It is an item of faith that we are children of God; there is plenty of evidence in us against it. The faith that surmounts this evidence and that is able to warm itself at the fire of God's love, instead of having to steal love and self-acceptance from other sources, is actually the root of holiness. . . . We are not saved by the love we exercise, but by the love we trust.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Christian Life, Richard Lovelace, 17th century
Faith is trusting God's love despite personal doubts, and that trust, not our own love, makes us holy.
In simple terms: Trust God's love even when evidence seems lacking.
Key Takeaway
Rely on divine love, not self‑derived validation.
Themes
faith
holiness
trust
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual counseling
- religious education
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
theology
self‑acceptance
divine love
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture trust in divine love when doubts arise?
- What practices help shift focus from self‑love to trusting God?
A Different Perspective
Faith may be challenged by overwhelming personal evidence; trust can be hard to sustain.
