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Failure Quote by John C. Maxwell

“All I was responsible to do was share Christ with the person. It’s not my job to save him or her. The failure lies in being one who never shares his or her faith with others. Fear of rejection, mistakes, and failure causes people to make the worst mistake of all—that of doing nothing. When you…” quote by John C. Maxwell
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““All I was responsible to do was share Christ with the person. It’s not my job to save him or her. The failure lies in being one who never shares his or her faith with others. Fear of rejection, mistakes, and failure causes people to make the worst mistake of all—that of doing nothing. When you make a mistake, you can resolve never to make another one.””

John C. Maxwell

About This Quote

Source Book: “The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth”, 2012

Sharing faith is a responsibility; inaction is the greatest failure.

In simple terms: Share faith, don’t stay silent.

Key Takeaway

Act on your convictions.

Themes

faith responsibility action

Mood

motivational serious

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • church outreach
  • personal testimony
  • community service

Key Concepts

evangelism courage social influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What prevents you from sharing your beliefs?
  • How can you overcome fear of rejection?
A Different Perspective

Fear of rejection can paralyze sharing.

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