John Stott on Trust and Wisdom Together - Anglican (Proverbs 3:5-6)
"'Lean not on your own understanding' does not mean abandon reason but submit it. Proverbs values wisdom highly—and then says trust God above it. Use...
This is theological quotes on reason and submit for adults, drawing on Proverbs 3:5-6. It carries an emotional tone of trust, awe and conviction.
"'Lean not on your own understanding' does not mean abandon reason but submit it. Proverbs values wisdom highly—and then says trust God above it. Use your mind fully, but hold conclusions humbly. Divine guidance and human wisdom partner." — John Stott. Anglican: reason submitted, wisdom partnered.
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