Examining Quote by Vance Havner
“Faith has no value of its own, it has value only as it connects us with Him. It is a trick of Satan to get us occupied with examining our faith instead of resting in the Faithful One.”
About This Quote
Faith alone lacks intrinsic worth; its value emerges only when it connects believers to a higher divine presence, not through intellectual scrutiny.
In simple terms: Faith is valuable when it links to God, not through analysis.
Key Takeaway
Seek relational faith, not mere doctrine.
Themes
theology
spirituality
faith practice
Mood
reflective
spiritual
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church community
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
metaphysics
religious experience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does one balance faith and questioning?
- What role does community play?
A Different Perspective
Intellectual doubt can still be healthy.
![“A lot of dear folks today are either in a state of cholera morbus or St. Vitus's dance [ the twitching nerve disorder chorea]. We need to get going for God. Faith in itself has no value unless it connects you with God. The Bible is constantly trying to wake us up: "Stir up the gift of God" (2 Tim…” quote by Vance Havner](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/1dc/vance-havner-1699_bible_a-lot-of-dear-folks-today-are-either-in_2829427.jpg)
