When a human body is out of balance we call that disease…
“When a human body is out of balance we call that disease, which indicates dis-ease of the body. Likewise, when the body of Christ becomes unbalanced, disease occurs... Health will occur only when everything is brought back into balance. The task of church leadership is to discover and remove growth-restricting diseases and barriers so that natural, normal growth can occur.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Disease reflects imbalance; similarly, spiritual imbalance in the church hinders growth, requiring removal of obstacles.
In simple terms: Imbalance causes disease, spiritually too.
Restore balance for healthy growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- congregations
- faith communities
- counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What obstacles hinder spiritual growth?
- How to promote balanced leadership?
Complexity of identifying hidden issues.