Alas Quote by William Gurnall
“How many, alas, of the precious saints of God must we shut out from being believers, if there is no faith but what amounts to assurance… shall we say their faith went away in the departure of their assurance?”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Christian in, William Gurnall, 1651
Faith without assurance is fragile; losing confidence can cause believers to abandon belief.
In simple terms: Faith needs confidence; without it, belief may fade.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate assurance to sustain faith.
Themes
faith
assurance
belief
fragility
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church life
- personal crisis
- spiritual doubt
- faith formation
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What builds true assurance in faith?
- Can faith survive without certainty?
A Different Perspective
Assurance alone may not prevent loss of faith if other factors intervene.
