Able Quote by Richard Lovelace
“It is an item of faith that we are children of God; there is plenty of experience in us against it. The faith that surmounts this evidence and 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: It is a fatal mistake to think of holiness as a possession which we have distinct from our faith... Faith is the very highest form of our dependence on God.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Faith of the Holy" (attributed), 17th century
Faith is portrayed as the deepest dependence on God, the source of true holiness beyond self‑derived acceptance.
In simple terms: Faith as dependence on God.
Key Takeaway
Rely on divine love for true holiness.
Themes
faith
holiness
dependence
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual practice
- community worship
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual dependence
Questions to Reflect On
- Does reliance on faith hinder personal responsibility?
- How to balance faith with self‑care?
A Different Perspective
Faith alone may not address practical needs.
