Now THERE'S a hollow state to be in, isn't it- to believe in God and get no sign that He's there.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Faith without divine response creates a void of meaning.
- In plain terms
- Believing in God with no proof feels empty.
- What can you take from it?
- Unanswered belief leads to spiritual emptiness.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you need signs?
- What is faith?
Another view
It assumes God must give signs.
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