Attractive Quote by Timothy Keller
“This is the humbling truth that lies at the heart of Christianity. We love to be our own saviors. Our hearts love to manufacture glory for themselves. So we find messages of self-salvation extremely attractive, whether they are religious (Keep these rules and you earn eternal blessing) or secular (Grab hold of these things and you’ll experience blessing now).”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Reason for God, 2008
Human nature seeks self‑salvation, making both religious and secular promises appealing, but true fulfillment lies beyond self‑centered glory.
In simple terms: People crave self‑saving promises.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility over self‑glorification.
Themes
faith
human nature
humility
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church sermons
- personal counseling
- self‑help literature
- media messaging
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
self‑identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true humility look like in daily life?
- How can we recognize and reject self‑glorifying narratives?
A Different Perspective
Self‑salvation can lead to egoism.
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