Christianity Quote by J. D. Greear
“The gospel has done its work in us when we crave God more than we crave everything else in life - more than money, romance, family, health, fame - and when seeing His kingdom advance in the lives of others gives us more joy than anything we could own. When we see Jesus as greater than anything the world can offer, we'll gladly let everything else go to possess Him.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Gospel and Life Priorities, 2015
True fulfillment comes from prioritizing God above all worldly desires, leading to joy in His kingdom’s growth.
In simple terms: Put God first, not material things.
Key Takeaway
Seek God, let go of worldly attachments.
Themes
faith
priorities
joy
spiritual growth
detachment
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
contemplative
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- prayer life
- mission work
- community service
- personal decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
self‑sacrifice
kingdom focus
Questions to Reflect On
- What does surrendering worldly desires look like for you?
- How does seeing others’ spiritual growth affect your joy?
A Different Perspective
Balancing practical responsibilities with spiritual devotion can be hard.
