'But I think that God does not so much take us from point A to point B in the physical world as He takes us from not knowing Him to knowing Him.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- God's purpose is spiritual knowledge, not physical relocation.
- In plain terms
- God takes us from not knowing Him to knowing Him.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on knowing God rather than physical journeys.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the goal of your journey?
- Do you seek God or signs?
Another view
It ignores the role of physical experiences in faith.
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