Behinds Quote by Brennan Manning
“Everybody has a vocation to some form of life-work. However, behind that call (and deeper than any call), everybody has a vocation to be a person to be fully and deeply human in Christ Jesus.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Ragamuffin Gospel, 1990
A deeper calling exists beyond career: to live fully as a human in Christ Jesus.
In simple terms: We are called to be fully human in Christ.
Key Takeaway
Embrace spiritual humanity over mere occupation.
Themes
faith
identity
purpose
spirituality
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- church community
- personal reflection
- volunteering
- career decisions
Key Concepts
vocation
humanity
Christ-centered living
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your work reflect your faith?
- What does being fully human mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual identity may conflict with secular expectations.
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