Christ Quote by Charles Webster Leadbeater
“We are called upon to obey and follow our Lord the Christ, but it is not because of any fear of Him or of the consequences if we did not follow; it is the love of Christ which constraineth us, as we are told in the Epistle for the first Sunday of Lend. It is because of our love and gratitude to Him that we must follow Him, that we must strain every nerve to make ourselves like Him. That is our reason--not fear but love.”
About This Quote
Source Religious Writing: Epistle for the First Sunday of Lent, early 20th century
Obedience to Christ should stem from love and gratitude, not fear of punishment.
In simple terms: Love, not fear, drives true devotion.
Key Takeaway
Follow out of love and thankfulness.
Themes
faith
love
obedience
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church services
- personal prayer
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
gratitude
spiritual motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates your devotion?
- How can love be expressed in daily life?
A Different Perspective
Fear can still influence behavior despite teachings.
![“T]he church is not a place. It's not a building. It's not a preaching point. It's not a spiritual service provider. It's a people - the new covenant, blood-bought people of God. That's why Paul said, 'Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her' (Eph. 5:25). He didn't give himself up for a…” quote by Mark Dever](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7a4/mark-dever-3175_blood_t-he-church-is-not-a-place-it-s-not-a-bu_3297.jpg)
