It is the fate of 'little faiths' of truth that they, true followers of Peter, whether they be Roman or the Protestant observance, cry out and sink in the sea of ideas, where the followers of Paul, believing in the Spirit, walk secure and undismayed.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Strict literal faiths often fail while spiritual faiths remain secure.
- In plain terms
- Faith based on spirit lasts longer than faith based on rules.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on spirit over rigid rules.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is true faith?
- How do you stay secure in belief?
Another view
Structure and doctrine can also guide believers.
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