Boss Quote by N. T. Wright
“God build’s God’s kingdom. But God ordered this world in such a way that His own work within that world takes place through the human beings that reflect His image. That is central to the notion of being made in God’s image. He has enlisted us to act as His stewards in the project of creation. So the objection about us trying to build God’s kingdom by our own efforts, though it seems humble and pious, can actually be a way of hiding from responsibility, of keeping one’s head well down when the boss is looking for volunteers.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Surprised by Hope, N. T. Wright, 2008
Human stewardship reflects divine purpose; avoiding responsibility under the guise of humility is a false piety.
In simple terms: We are stewards of creation.
Key Takeaway
Embrace responsibility as divine partnership.
Themes
stewardship
theology
humility
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- environmental activism
- community service
- personal vocation
Key Concepts
creation
image of God
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you responsibly act as a steward today?
- What does humility look like in service?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate human limitations in enacting divine will.
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