Concern Quote by William Ames
“The first act of religion, therefore, concerns those things which are communicated to us from God. The other concerns those things which we yield to God.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Christian Life, 1620
Religion first teaches divine communication, then guides what we surrender to God.
In simple terms: Religion first tells, then asks us to yield.
Key Takeaway
Balance listening and yielding.
Themes
religion
divine communication
obedience
spiritual growth
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- faith practice
- spiritual counseling
- personal devotion
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy of religion
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we discern divine guidance?
- When should we question religious authority?
A Different Perspective
Surrender may conflict with personal autonomy.
