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We are at this moment as close to God as we really choose…

“We are at this moment as close to God as we really choose to be. True, there are times when we would like to know a deeper intimacy, but when it comes to the point, we are not prepared to pay the price involved.” quote by J. Oswald Sanders
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“We are at this moment as close to God as we really choose to be. True, there are times when we would like to know a deeper intimacy, but when it comes to the point, we are not prepared to pay the price involved.”

J. Oswald Sanders

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Human closeness to God requires costly commitment, not just desire.

In simple terms: Intimacy with God demands sacrifice.

Key Takeaway

Choose commitment over comfort.

Themes

faith commitment spiritual cost

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

theological motivational

When to use this quote

  • prayer life
  • church involvement
  • mission work

Key Concepts

discipline theology sacrifice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are you willing to sacrifice for deeper faith?
  • How does cost affect your spiritual choices?
A Different Perspective

Spiritual depth can be pursued through small daily practices, not only big sacrifices.

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