Compassion Quote by Roland H. Bainton
““When I am told God became man, I can follow the idea, but I just do not understand what it means. For what man, if left to his natural promptings, if he were God, would humble himself to lie in the feedbox of a donkey or to hang upon a cross? God laid upon Christ the iniquities of us all. This is that ineffable and infinite mercy of God which the slender capacity of a man's heart cannot comprehend and much less utter-that unfathomable depth and burning zeal of God's love toward us. And truly the magnitude of God's mercy engenders in us not only a hardness to believe but also incredulity itself.””
About This Quote
The quote wrestles with the paradox of divine incarnation, emphasizing that human minds cannot fully grasp the depth of God's mercy and love manifested in Christ's suffering.
In simple terms: Divine mystery beyond human comprehension.
Key Takeaway
God's love is incomprehensible and humbling.
Themes
theology
mysticism
humility
faith
suffering
Mood
awe
humility
wonder
Type
theological
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal doubt
- theological study
- spiritual counseling
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
incarnation
atonement
merciful love
Practical Applications
- teaching doctrine
- inspiring worship
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging mystery affect belief?
- What role does humility play in faith?
