Ashes Quote by Elisabeth Elliot
“We want to avoid suffering, death, sin, ashes. But we live in a world crushed and broken and torn, a world God Himself visited to redeem. We receive his poured-out life, and being allowed the high privilege of suffering with Him, may then pour ourselves out for others.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Redemption Message, 1970s
We are called to share Christ's suffering by pouring out ourselves for others in a broken world.
In simple terms: Share Christ’s love through self‑sacrifice.
Serve others despite hardship.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- mission work
- counseling
- volunteering
- personal grief
- community support
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance personal pain with helping others?
- What does “high privilege of suffering” mean to you?
Human frailty may limit ability to fully embody sacrifice.