Building Quote by Cornelius Plantinga
“To be a responsible person is to find one's role in the building of shalom, the re-webbing of God, humanity and all creation in justice, harmony, fulfillment and delight. To be a responsible person is to find one's own role and then, funded by the grace of God, to fill this role and to delight in it.”
About This Quote
Responsibility means discovering and embracing one's unique contribution to a harmonious, just world, guided by divine grace.
In simple terms: Finding one's role in a just, harmonious world.
Key Takeaway
Purposeful action rooted in divine grace.
Themes
Responsibility
Justice
Harmony
Spirituality
Purpose
Mood
Inspired
Reflective
Hopeful
Type
Philosophical
Spiritual
Motivational
When to use this quote
- Community building
- Social activism
- Personal vocation
- Interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Shalom
Divine grace
Human flourishing
Practical Applications
- Designing ethical policies
- Mentoring others in purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- How does one discern their role in fostering justice?
- What practices nurture delight in fulfilling that role?
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