Century Quote by Jim Elliot
“We are so utterly ordinary, so commonplace, while we profess to know a Power the Twentieth Century does not reckon with… Oh that God would make us dangerous!”
About This Quote
Source Letter: “The Gift of Love”, Jim Elliot, 1958
Human ordinariness contrasts with the profound power of God, urging us to become dangerous for divine purpose.
In simple terms: Ordinary people can wield divine power.
Embrace divine purpose boldly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- mission work
- personal devotion
- social activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you become “dangerous” for good?
- What does divine purpose look like in daily life?
Fear of failure can inhibit boldness.