Bits Quote by J. I. Packer
“Today, on our own turf, we face pagan ignorance about God every bit as deep as that which the early church faced in the Roman Empire.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Knowing God, J. I. Packer, 1973
The quote compares modern secular ignorance about God to the early church’s challenges, highlighting persistent misunderstanding across ages.
In simple terms: People still misunderstand God today.
Recognize enduring cultural resistance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- church outreach
- public discourse
- education programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does today’s secularism differ from ancient paganism?
- What can churches learn from past challenges?
Modern contexts differ; not all ignorance is identical.