It is as absurd to argue men, as to torture them, into believing.
John Henry NewmanRead
To holy people the very name of Jesus is a name to feed upon, a name to transport. His name can raise the dead and transfigure and beautify the living.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the transformative power of the name of Jesus for believers, suggesting it brings both sustenance and enlightenment.
In this quote, John Henry Newman highlights the profound impact that the name of Jesus has on the faithful. He suggests that for those who hold a deep spiritual connection, the name of Jesus is not just a title but a source of nourishment and inspiration. The statement conveys the idea that invoking Jesus's name can lead to spiritual resurrection and profound personal transformation, enhancing the beauty and virtue in the lives of believers.
Themes
JesusFaithTransformationSpiritualityBeauty
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon discussing the power of faith, you could use this quote to illustrate how Jesus's name serves as a source of strength for believers.
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Evil has no substance of its own, but is only the defect, excess, perversion, or corruption of that which has substance.
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