Appeals Quote by William Lane Craig
“I have found that the more I reflect philosophically on the attributes of God the more overwhelmed I become at his greatness and the more excited I become about Bible doctrine. Whereas easy appeals to mystery prematurely shut off reflection about God, rigorous and earnest effort to understand him is richly rewarded with deeper appreciation of who he is, more confidence in his reality and care, and a more intelligent and profound worship of his person.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Reasonable Faith by William Lane Craig, 2003
Reflecting deeply on God's attributes intensifies awe, excitement for doctrine, and leads to richer worship and confidence in His reality.
In simple terms: Deep reflection on God increases awe and worship.
Key Takeaway
Engage in thoughtful study of divine attributes.
Themes
theology
spiritual growth
worship
confidence
reflection
Mood
reverent
inspired
Type
theological
devotional
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- Bible study groups
- theology seminars
- sermons
Key Concepts
Divine attributes
philosophical reflection
faith development
Questions to Reflect On
- How does deep reflection shape your worship?
- Can intellectual study coexist with emotional faith?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on intellectualism may neglect relational aspects of faith.
