When we grasp that we are unworthy sinners saved by an infinitely costly grace, it destroys both our self-righteousn ess and our need to ridicule others.
TIMOTHY KELLERWe are regularly in danger of having too light a view of our sin and also too light a grasp of what Jesus has done to free us from our sin.
More Timothy Keller Quotes
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If I have the smile of God, all other frowns are inconsequential.
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The infallible test of spiritual integrity, Jesus says, is your private prayer life.
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The Bible’s purpose is to show you how God’s grace breaks into your life against your will and saves you from the sin and brokenness otherwise you would never be able to overcome…
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How do you change your behavior? Change what you worship
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Religion: ‘My identity is built on being a good person.’ Gospel: ‘My identity is not built on my record or my performance but on Christ’s.’
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If we have not seen our sin and sought radical forgiveness from God, we will be unable to forgive and to seek the good of those who have wronged us.
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The more you understand how your salvation isn’t about your behavior, the more radically your behavior will change.
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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?
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Trust is accepting what God sends into your life whether you understand it or not.
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If God is not at the center of your life, something else is.
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If your god never disagrees with you, you might just be worshipping an idealized version of yourself.
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There is a joy available that the deepest grief cannot put out. No circumstance or person can take away the joy God gives.
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This leads to deep humility and deep confidence at the same time. It undermines both swaggering and sniveling. I cannot feel superior to anyone, and yet I have nothing to prove to anyone. I do not think more of myself nor less of myself. Instead, I think of myself less.
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Fear-based repentance makes us hate ourselves. Joy-based repentance makes us hate the sin.
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Prayer should be done regularly, persistently, resolutely, and tenaciously at least daily, whether we feel like it or not.
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