Accepting Quote by Mike Yaconelli
“Christianity is not about learning how to live within the lines; Christianity is about the joy of coloring. The grace of God is preposterous enough to accept as beautiful a coloring that anyone else would reject as ugly. The grace of God sees beyond the scribbling to the heart of the scribbler - a scribbler who is similar to two thieves who hung on crosses on either side of Jesus. One of the two asked Jesus to please accept his scribbled and sloppy life into the kingdom of God and He did. Preposterous. And very good news for the rest of us scribblers.”
About This Quote
Christianity is portrayed as a joyful, creative expression that transcends strict rules, emphasizing God's boundless grace that accepts imperfect lives.
In simple terms: Faith is about joyful creativity beyond strict rules.
Key Takeaway
Embrace creative faith despite imperfections.
Themes
faith
grace
creativity
acceptance
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal worship
- community outreach
- spiritual counseling
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
theology
grace
redemption
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you express faith creatively?
- What limits do rules impose on spiritual growth?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may oversimplify complex doctrines for some believers.
