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“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!” quote by Jim Elliot
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“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!”

Jim Elliot

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.

Key Takeaway

Embrace divine purpose boldly.

Themes

faith humility divine purpose

Mood

inspirational determined

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • mission work
  • personal devotion
  • social activism

Key Concepts

theology spiritual empowerment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you become “dangerous” for good?
  • What does divine purpose look like in daily life?
A Different Perspective

Fear of failure can inhibit boldness.

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