A home is a kingdom of it's own in the midst of the world, a stronghold amid life's storms and stresses, a refuge, even a sanctuary.
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The deceit, the lie of the devil consists of this, that he wishes to make man believe that he can live without God's Word. Thus he dangles before man's fantasy a kingdom of faith, of power, and of peace, into which only he can enter who consents to the temptations; and conceals from men that he, as the devil, is the most unfortunate and unhappy of beings, since he is finally and eternally rejected by God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the deceptive nature of the devil and the importance of God's Word in living a true and fulfilling life.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer's quote warns against the temptations that lead individuals to believe they can thrive without divine guidance. He emphasizes the deceitfulness of the devil, who presents a false sense of power and peace, distracting people from the truth of their spiritual needs and the ultimate consequences of rejecting God's Word, which leads to eternal separation from God.
Themes
DeceitFaithTemptationTruthGod'S Word
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a sermon to illustrate the importance of relying on scripture in times of temptation.
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