Collapse Quote by Timothy Keller
““person’s faith can collapse almost overnight if she has failed over the years to listen patiently to her own doubts, which should only be discarded after long reflection.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Reason for God by Timothy Keller, 2008
Faith can crumble quickly when doubts are ignored instead of being reflected upon over time.
In simple terms: Ignoring doubts weakens faith fast.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on doubts before they erode belief.
Themes
faith
reflection
patience
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual counseling
- long‑term decision making
- mental health support
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance patience with self‑questioning?
- What practices help you reflect on doubts constructively?
A Different Perspective
If doubts are dismissed too early, they may resurface stronger later.
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