Christ Quote by John Polkinghorne
“However, as the Eastern churches have always maintained, through Christ creation is intended eventually to share in the life of God, the life of divine nature.”
About This Quote
Christian theology holds that through Christ, humanity is invited to partake in divine existence, moving toward a shared life with God.
In simple terms: Christ opens a path to share God's life.
Key Takeaway
Union with the divine is the ultimate destiny.
Themes
theology
spirituality
Christology
eternal life
Mood
reverent
inspirational
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- interfaith dialogue
- spiritual formation programs
Key Concepts
participation in divine nature
soteriology
Practical Applications
- Reflect on Christ's role in personal growth
- Study early church teachings on divinization
Questions to Reflect On
- What does ‘sharing in the life of God’ mean for daily living?
- How does this view shape ethical choices?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary; not all traditions see this as literal participation.
![“The key to maturity is time and community. Discernment and godly wisdom develop in a community that spans generations. The church is called to be this place where the [God's] Spirit uses normal patterns and rhythms of the Christian life in a community, so that we may bear fruit like a well-watered…” quote by Michael Horton](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a0f/michael-horton-14597_aging_the-key-to-maturity-is-time-and-communit_606437.jpg)
![“T]he church is not a place. It's not a building. It's not a preaching point. It's not a spiritual service provider. It's a people - the new covenant, blood-bought people of God. That's why Paul said, 'Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her' (Eph. 5:25). He didn't give himself up for a…” quote by Mark Dever](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7a4/mark-dever-3175_blood_t-he-church-is-not-a-place-it-s-not-a-bu_3297.jpg)
