Free choice Quote by Kallistos Ware
““The power of God is shown, not so much in his creation of the world or in any of his miracles, but rather in the fact that out of love God has “emptied himself” (Phil. 2:7), has poured himself out in generous self-giving, by his own free choice consenting to suffer and to die. And this self-emptying is a self-fulfillment: kenosis is plerosis.””
About This Quote
Source Theology: Christian Doctrine, null
The passage explains that God's greatest power is demonstrated through self-emptying love, which paradoxically fills the world with divine presence.
In simple terms: God’s love is shown by giving Himself away.
Key Takeaway
Practice selfless love.
Themes
theity
self-sacrifice
divine love
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- counseling
- volunteering
- spiritual practice
- leadership
Key Concepts
kenosis
plerosis
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can self-giving be a source of strength?
- What limits exist in self-sacrifice?
A Different Perspective
Self-emptying can be misunderstood as weakness.
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