Everyone wanted Jesus to be a powerful political figure. He had all the qualities to lead. Instead, he spent his life speaking of another kingdom. It frustrated his followers that he wouldn’t let his life be drawn into a political system that was flawed, ineffective, and corrupt.
— Matthew Barnett (b. 1974), Pastor und Mitbegründer des Dream Center
Topics: God, Jesus & the Holy Spirit, Discipleship, Ethical Questions
Occasions: For Reflection
All quotes by Matthew Barnett (2)
You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you.
Augustine of Hippo
Jesus calls us not to a new religion, but to life.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
I would not be able to seek you if you had not already found me.
Augustine of Hippo
When you see a child, you catch God in the act.
Martin Luther
God does not love us because we are lovable, but because his nature is love.
Oswald Chambers
God seeks you more than your offering.
Augustine of Hippo
God has his ear at your heart.
Augustine of Hippo
God is closer to us than we are to ourselves.
Augustine of Hippo