Christian Quote by Timothy J. Keller
““So if someone asks you if you are a Christian, you should not say, “Of course!” There should be no “of course-ness” about it. It would be more appropriate to say, “Yes, I am, and that’s a miracle. Me! A Christian! Who would have ever thought it? Yet he did it, and I’m his.” SHE””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: “The Miracle of Being a Christian”, 2015
Being a Christian should be expressed with humility and wonder, not as an obvious certainty.
In simple terms: Humility in faith.
Key Takeaway
Speak faith with awe.
Themes
faith
humility
miracle
identity
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
spiritual
personal
contemplative
When to use this quote
- church gatherings
- personal testimony
- interfaith dialogue
- teaching moments
Key Concepts
theology
self‑perception
spiritual identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility change how others hear your testimony?
- What does “miracle” mean to you personally?
A Different Perspective
May be misinterpreted as self‑importance if not careful.
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