Cheap grace Quote by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
““Cheap grace means grace as a doctrine, a principle, a system. It means forgiveness of sins proclaimed as a general truth, the love of God taught as the Christian "conception" of God.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Cost of Discipleship, 1937
He warns that “cheap grace” reduces forgiveness to a doctrine, lacking true transformation and commitment.
In simple terms: Grace must be costly, not just theory.
Key Takeaway
Seek deep, costly grace.
Themes
theology
ethics
spirituality
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- personal repentance
- mission work
Key Concepts
grace
faith
commitment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure the depth of your faith?
- What costs are you willing to bear for grace?
A Different Perspective
Cheap grace can be comforting but superficial.
