This is why so many churches quench the motivation of people for ministry. In our shoes, Paul would say: Remember the grace God has showered on you—what does living out and enjoying that grace look like in this situation?
TIMOTHY KELLERThe gospel is not only the way to enter the kingdom; it is the way to live in the kingdom.
More Timothy Keller Quotes
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Jesus Christ was treated as we deserved so that when we believe in Jesus, God treats us as Jesus deserves.
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The gospel is this: We are more sinful and flawed in ourselves than we ever dared believe.
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God invites us to come as we are, not stay as we are.
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To fear the Lord is to be overwhelmed with wonder before the greatness of God and his love.
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Since they were saved by sheer grace, not by their perfect doctrine or strong moral character.
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This is the humbling truth that lies at the heart of Christianity. We love to be our own saviors. Our hearts love to manufacture glory for themselves.
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Those who understand the gospel cannot possibly look down on anyone.
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Christians need the gospel as much as non-Christians do.
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God sees us as we are, loves us as we are, and accepts us as we are. But by His grace, He does not leave us as we are.
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Christ’s resurrection not only gives you hope for the future; it gives you hope to handle your scars right now.
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How do you change your behavior? Change what you worship
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The infallible test of spiritual integrity, Jesus says, is your private prayer life.
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Religion is ‘if you obey, then you will be accepted’. But the Gospel is, ‘if you are absolutely accepted, and sure you’re accepted, only then will you ever begin to obey’. Those are two utterly different things. Every page of the Bible shows the difference.
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The key question in order to change you is not ‘What would Jesus do?’ but “What has Jesus done for you?”
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The lack of joy in your life is due to your lack of mission.
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