Philip Yancey Quotes

A collection of quotes by Philip Yancey.

Philip Yancey is an American author and speaker, widely recognized for his insightful writings on Christian spirituality. Born on November 4, 1949, in Atlanta, Georgia, Yancey grew up in a strict, religious environment that ultimately shaped his exploration of faith. His books, including "The Jesus I Never Knew" and "What's So Amazing About Grace?", have received critical acclaim for their thought-provoking insights into the complexities of Christianity. Over the years, Yancey has been honored with numerous awards and continues to inspire readers worldwide with his engaging storytelling and thoughtful reflections.

When I pray for another person, I am praying for God to open

When I pray for another person, I am praying for God to open my eyes so that I can see that person as God does, and then enter into the stream of love that God already directs toward that person.

Philip Yancey


Power, no matter how well-intentioned, tends to cause suffer

Power, no matter how well-intentioned, tends to cause suffering. Love, being vulnerable, absorbs it. In a point of convergence on a hill called Calvary, God renounced the one for the sake of the other.

Philip Yancey

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