"Despair is a development of pride so great that it chooses ones certitude rather than admit God is more creative than we are."
First Reformed is a 2017 American psychological thriller film written and directed by Paul Schrader. It stars Ethan Hawke as a minister of a small congregation in upstate New York who grapples with mounting despair brought on by tragedy, worldly concerns, and a tormented past. Amanda Seyfried, Cedric Kyles, Victoria Hill, and Philip Ettinger appear in supporting roles.
"Courage is the solution to despair, reason provides no answers. I cant know what the future will bring; we have to choose despite uncertainty. Wisdom is holding two contradictory truths in our mind, simultaneously, Hope and despair. A life without despair is a life without hope. Holding these two ideas in our head is life itself."
First Reformed"How easily they talk about prayer, those who have never really prayed."
First Reformed"Will God forgive us for what were doing to his creation?"
First Reformed"Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devils schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world."
First Reformed"Discernment intersects with Christian life at every moment. Discernment. Listening and waiting for Gods wish what action must be taken."
First Reformed"The man who says nothing always seems more intelligent. Why couldnt I just keep silent?"
First Reformed