Apostles Quote by Roy Hession
“In the opening chapters of the Book of Revelation the Apostle John tells us how on the Isle of Patmos he was given an awesome vision of the Lord Jesus, risen from the dead. Then John says, 'When I saw Him, I fell at His feet as dead.' He tells us not only the vision itself, but the profound effect it had on him. It utterly prostrated him before the Lord until He came and laid His right hand on him and said 'Fear not.'”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Faith and Vision, 1998
A divine vision can overwhelm, leading to reverent fear and reassurance from the divine.
In simple terms: Vision overwhelms, divine comforts.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility in awe.
Themes
faith
vision
reverence
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- religious awakening
- prayer
- comfort seeking
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual experience
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “fear not” mean to you?
- How do visions change belief?
A Different Perspective
Fear can paralyze without guidance.
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