Accidents Quote by John Stott
“An unchurched christian is a grotesque anomaly. The New Testament knows nothing of such a person. For the church lies at the very center of the eternal purpose of God. It is not a divine afterthought. It is not an accident of history. On the contrary, the church is God's new community.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Church and the Future, John Stott, 1999
The church is central to God's purpose, not an afterthought; true Christianity requires belonging to the community.
In simple terms: Church is essential to God's plan.
Key Takeaway
Embrace community, not isolation.
Themes
faith
community
purpose
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church membership
- personal faith formation
- mission work
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
Ecclesiology
theology
mission
Questions to Reflect On
- How does community shape your faith?
- What does belonging mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Some view faith as personal rather than communal, challenging this view.
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