How can I be useful, of what service can I be? There is something inside me, what can it be?
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To believe in God for me is to feel that there is a God, not a dead one, or a stuffed one, who with irresistible force urges us towards more loving.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Believing in God involves a vibrant, loving presence rather than a distant or lifeless entity.
Vincent Van Gogh expresses that his belief in God is rooted in a personal, emotional experience. To him, God is not an inert or passive force, but rather an active, loving presence that inspires individuals to pursue a more compassionate way of living. This perspective emphasizes the importance of feeling and experiencing spirituality in a dynamic and meaningful way.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon about the nature of faith.
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