Believe Quote by Robin Meyers
![“Consider this: there is not a single word in [the Sermon on the Mount] about what to believe, only words about what to do. It is a behavioral manifesto, not a propositional one. Yet three centuries later, when the Nicene Creed became the official oath of Christendom, there was not a single word in…” quote by Robin Meyers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/021/robin-meyers-111492_believe_consider-this-there-is-not-a-single-word_1139610.jpg)
“Consider this: there is not a single word in [the Sermon on the Mount] about what to believe, only words about what to do. It is a behavioral manifesto, not a propositional one. Yet three centuries later, when the Nicene Creed became the official oath of Christendom, there was not a single word in it about what to do, only words about what to believe!”
About This Quote
Source Sermon on the Mount: Biblical text, 1st century
Highlights that the Sermon focuses on actions, not beliefs, contrasting later creeds that stress belief over deeds
In simple terms: Actions matter more than statements of belief
Key Takeaway
Prioritize deeds over doctrine
Themes
faith
practice
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- religious education
- personal ethics
- church teaching
Key Concepts
behaviorism
doctrine
historical shift
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions reflect your faith?
- How can belief be expressed through deeds?
A Different Perspective
Belief without action may become empty ritual
![“There is no need of words; believe facts. [Lat., Non opus est verbis, credite rebus.]” quote by Ovid](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ca5/ovid-276_believe_there-is-no-need-of-words-believe-facts_1993310.jpg)
