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“On popular issues like poverty and slavery, where Christians are likely to be applauded for our social action, we are quick to stand up and speak out. Yet on controversial issues like homosexuality and abortion, where Christians are likely to be criticized for our involvement, we are content to…” quote by David Platt
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“On popular issues like poverty and slavery, where Christians are likely to be applauded for our social action, we are quick to stand up and speak out. Yet on controversial issues like homosexuality and abortion, where Christians are likely to be criticized for our involvement, we are content to sit down and stay quiet.”

David Platt

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Discipleship and Cultural Engagement, 2015

Christians often speak loudly on socially accepted causes but stay silent on controversial ones, revealing a bias toward approval.

In simple terms: People speak up when it's popular, stay quiet when it's risky.

Key Takeaway

Speak truth even when unpopular.

Themes

hyporal social justice courage hypocrisy

Mood

reflective challenging

Type

ethical provocative

When to use this quote

  • church meetings
  • political debates
  • media interviews
  • community activism

Key Concepts

Christian ethics public witness moral consistency

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we silence our convictions on controversial topics?
  • How can we balance compassion with truth?
A Different Perspective

Fear of backlash can silence important convictions.

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