--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: How many there are ... who imagine that…" description: "\"How many there are ... who imagine that because Jesus paid it all, they need pay nothing, forgetting that the prime object of their salvation was that ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/9e1/lottie-moon-31469_christ_how-many-there-are-who-imagine-that-beca_2293174.jpg" --- # How many there are ... who imagine that because Jesus paid… ![“How many there are ... who imagine that because Jesus paid it all, they need pay nothing, forgetting that the prime object of their salvation was that they should follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ in bringing back a lost world to God.” quote by Lottie Moon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/9e1/lottie-moon-31469_christ_how-many-there-are-who-imagine-that-beca_2293174.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/9e1/lottie-moon-31469_christ_how-many-there-are-who-imagine-that-beca_2293174.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/9e1/lottie-moon-31469_christ_how-many-there-are-who-imagine-that-beca_2293174.jpg) > “How many there are ... who imagine that because Jesus paid it all, they need pay nothing, forgetting that the prime object of their salvation was that they should follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ in bringing back a lost world to God.” [Lottie Moon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/lottie-moon/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Salvation requires active discipleship, not just belief in Christ's sacrifice. **In simple terms:** Faith must be lived out through actions. Key Takeaway Live the teachings, not just claim them. Themes faith action discipleship Mood reflective inspirational Type theological motivational When to use this quote - missionary work - personal evangelism - church service - social justice Key Concepts Christian doctrine salvation obedience Questions to Reflect On - How do you embody your faith daily? - What actions reflect your belief? 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