Cross Quote by John Piper
“Do you love the cross because it makes much of you? Or do you love it because it enables you to enjoy and eternity of making much of God?”
About This Quote
It asks whether devotion to the cross stems from self‑exaltation or from a desire to glorify God through sacrificial love.
In simple terms: Self‑centered versus God‑centered worship.
Key Takeaway
True worship glorifies God, not self.
Themes
theology
humility
sacrifice
eternity
motivation
Mood
reverent
reflective
serious
Type
theological
exhortational
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- preaching
- spiritual formation
- counseling
- mission work
Key Concepts
cross symbolism
spiritual desire
self‑identity
Practical Applications
- teaching on worship
- guiding personal prayer
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to love something for its own sake?
- How can we ensure our worship points beyond ourselves?
