Calvary Quote by Jim Elliot
“Father, let me be weak that I might loose my clutch on everything temporal. My life, my reputation, my possessions, Lord, let me loose the tension of the grasping hand. Even, Father, would I lose the love of fondling. How often I have released a grasp only to retain what I prized by 'harmless' longing, the fondling touch. Rather, open my hand to received the nail of Calvary, as Christ's was opened- that I, releasing all, might be released, unleashed from all that binds me now. He thought Heaven, yea, equality with God, not a thing to be clutched at. So let me release my grasp.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Call to Discipleship, 1958
The prayer asks God to loosen our attachment to worldly things so we can fully surrender to Christ’s sacrifice.
In simple terms: Let go of material ties to follow Christ.
Key Takeaway
Release worldly grip, embrace divine freedom.
Themes
surrender
spirituality
humility
faith
detachment
Mood
contemplative
reverent
hopeful
Type
prayer
spiritual
theological
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church retreat
- spiritual counseling
- mission work
- daily devotion
Key Concepts
Christian mysticism
self‑denial
theology of the cross
Questions to Reflect On
- What attachments keep you from spiritual freedom?
- How does letting go deepen your faith?
A Different Perspective
Human desire for security can hinder true surrender.
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