Some words travel across centuries because they put into language what believers have always felt. A good quote about faith can clarify a truth, comfort a doubt, or simply remind us that others have walked this road before us.
In this collection, Blessingtide.Com has gathered well-documented Christian quotes about faith from historical voices, each with a short note on where it comes from and why it still matters.
We have also included a set of original reflections from our editorial team, clearly labeled, for days when you want fresh words to share. Nothing in that section is presented as the words of a famous author.
Key takeaways
- Classic Christian writers offer wisdom tested through suffering, doubt, and devotion.
- Knowing a quote’s source helps you share it accurately and understand its context.
- Some well-loved sayings are translated from Latin, German, or Dutch, so wording can vary.
- Our original reflections are labeled so you always know who wrote what.
What Scripture Says About Faith
Before turning to human voices, it helps to start with the Bible’s own definition:
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. (Hebrews 11:1, KJV)
Every quote below is, in some way, an echo of this verse. Faith is trust that reaches beyond what we can see, resting on the God who has proven faithful.
Quotes From C.S. Lewis
C.S. Lewis (1898-1963) was a British scholar and writer whose journey from atheism to faith shaped much of his work.
“I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.”
Source: from Lewis’s 1945 essay “Is Theology Poetry?” Lewis describes faith not as one idea among many but as the light by which everything else makes sense.
“Faith, in the sense in which I am here using the word, is the art of holding on to things your reason has once accepted, in spite of your changing moods.”
Source: Mere Christianity (1952), Book III, in a chapter titled “Faith.” This is a comforting word for anyone whose feelings rise and fall. Faith is steadier than mood.
“God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience, but shouts in our pains: it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world.”
Source: The Problem of Pain (1940). Lewis suggests that hardship can awaken us to God in ways comfort rarely does.
Quotes From the Early and Medieval Church
“Thou hast made us for thyself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it finds its rest in thee.”
Source: Augustine of Hippo, Confessions, Book I. Augustine wrote in Latin around AD 400, so English translations vary slightly; this is a well-known traditional rendering. The heart of the line is unchanged: we were made to find our rest in God.
“All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of thing shall be well.”
Source: Julian of Norwich, Revelations of Divine Love (14th century). Julian, an English anchoress, recorded these words as part of the visions she received during a severe illness, and she reflected on them while wrestling with suffering and sin. That setting makes her hope all the more striking.
A Quote From the Reformation
“Faith is a living, daring confidence in God’s grace, so sure and certain that a man could stake his life on it a thousand times.”
Source: Martin Luther, preface to his commentary on Romans (1522). Luther wrote in German, and translations vary, but his point is clear: faith is not mere agreement; it is confident trust.
Many other faith quotes circulate online under famous names without a reliable book, letter, or sermon behind them. We have left those out. Before you share a quote in someone’s name, it is worth checking that you can find where they actually said or wrote it.
Quotes From the ten Boom Sisters
Corrie ten Boom and her sister Betsie hid Jewish neighbors during World War II and were later imprisoned in a concentration camp. Corrie survived and spent her life sharing their story.
“There is no pit so deep that He is not deeper still.”
Source: spoken by Betsie ten Boom and recorded by Corrie in The Hiding Place. Few quotes about faith come from a darker setting, and few carry more light.
“Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God.”
Source: one of Corrie ten Boom’s best-known sayings, repeated in her speaking and writing after the war. It captures the simple, sturdy trust she modeled.
Original Blessingtide.Com Reflections on Faith
The lines below were written by our editorial team. They are not historical quotes, so please do not attribute them to anyone else. You are welcome to share them.
On Trusting God
- “Faith does not need the whole map. It only needs the next step and the One who holds the map.”
- “When you cannot trace His hand, you can still trust His heart and His Word.”
- “Faith is not the absence of questions. It is the presence of trust while the questions remain.”
- “God’s timing may feel slow, but it is never late.”
On Everyday Faith
- “Small faith in a great God moves more than great faith in yourself.”
- “Every morning you rise and pray, your faith is saying yes again.”
- “Faith grows in ordinary places: kitchens, commutes, and quiet moments.”
- “Believing is a daily choice made with tired hands and a hopeful heart.”
On Faith in Hard Times
- “Storms reveal what our anchor is tied to.”
- “Faith does not deny the darkness. It simply refuses to believe darkness has the last word.”
- “The same God who was faithful yesterday is already waiting in your tomorrow.”
- “When your faith feels weak, lean on the strength of the One you believe in.”
How to Share Quotes Thoughtfully
- Credit the source. Name the author and, when possible, the book or sermon.
- Add a personal note. A sentence about why the quote matters to you makes it more meaningful.
- Pair it with Scripture. Quotes are best when they point back to God’s Word. Julian’s hopeful line, for example, sits beautifully beside our Bible verses about hope.
- Share with someone who needs it. A quote sent at the right time can feel like a gift, especially alongside one of our encouraging messages for a friend who is struggling. Looking for something lighter? Try our gratitude quotes to brighten your day.
You can browse more sayings in our inspirational quotes collection, or find a verse to pair with them among our Bible verses by topic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a famous Christian quote about faith?
One of the best known is C.S. Lewis’s line from “Is Theology Poetry?”: “I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.”
Why do some quotes have slightly different wording online?
Many classic Christian writers wrote in Latin, German, or Dutch, so English versions depend on the translator. Other quotes have simply been paraphrased over time. Checking the original source helps you share the most accurate version.
Can I share the original reflections on social media?
Yes. The lines labeled as original reflections were written for sharing. A simple credit to our site is always appreciated, and please do not attach them to a famous name.
Faith That Carries Us Forward
The voices in this collection lived in very different times, yet each one found that trusting God was worth everything. Their words remind us that we are part of a long line of believers who held on.
Choose one quote that speaks to you today. Write it down, pray over it, and let it strengthen your own faith for the road ahead. If you keep a quiet time, our guide on how to start a daily devotional habit shows how to make a quote like this part of your morning.
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