Bible Quote by Richard Rohr
“The same powerful Scripture text that brings a loving person to even greater love will be mangled and misused by a fearful or egocentric person. This is surely what Jesus means when he talks about the one who has being given more and those who have not losing what little they have.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Spiritual Teachings (likely from a Christian mystic work)
True love expands through scripture, but fear or ego can corrupt its message, leading to loss for the unprepared.
In simple terms: Love grows with scripture, but fear can twist it and cause loss.
Key Takeaway
Guard against ego when interpreting sacred texts.
Themes
spirituality
interpretation
humility
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church study groups
- personal meditation
- teaching seminars
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we discern genuine love from ego‑driven misuse?
- What practices protect scripture from distortion?
A Different Perspective
The claim about “more given” may be misread without broader context.
