Capture Quote by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
“Human love is directed to the other person for his own sake, spiritual love loves him for Christ's sake. Therefore, human love seeks direct contact with the other person; it loves him not as a free person but as one whom it binds to itself.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Cost of Discipleship, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, 1937
Human love seeks personal benefit, while spiritual love seeks the other's ultimate good through Christ.
In simple terms: Human love is self‑focused; spiritual love is Christ‑centered.
Key Takeaway
Love others as Christ loves you.
Themes
love
spirituality
self‑interest
altruism
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- church ministry
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
anthropology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your love reflect Christ's example?
- Can love be both personal and divine?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual love may be misunderstood as imposing beliefs.
