Truth has been relegated to subjectivity; beauty has been subjugated to the beholder; and as millions are idiotized night after night, a global commune has been constructed with the arts enjoying a totalitarian rule.
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Only God is able to humble us without humiliating us and to exalt us without flattering us.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that true humility and honor come from a divine source, rather than from human interactions or societal approval.
Ravi Zacharias emphasizes the idea that genuine humility and exaltation are bestowed by God, who has the ability to elevate or lower us in a manner that is respectful and devoid of personal pride or social pressure. Unlike human judgment, which can often lead to humiliation or flattery, God's actions toward us are sincere and aim to build our character rather than distort it.
Themes
HumilityExaltationGodPrideFlattery
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon, one might reference this quote to discuss the nature of true humility in a faith context.
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