Bible Quote by Tremper Longman III
““We believe that if the Bible is God speaking, then the most important posture of the Christian before the Bible is to listen.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Christian Ministry Conference, 2015
Listening is the primary way believers engage with divine revelation, treating Scripture as God's voice.
In simple terms: Listen to God’s Word.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize attentive listening.
Themes
faith
spirituality
humility
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- personal devotions
- church study groups
- preaching preparation
- spiritual formation
Key Concepts
theology
reverence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does listening transform your faith?
- What obstacles hinder true listening?
A Different Perspective
Listening alone is insufficient without obedience and application.
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