Answers Quote by N. T. Wright
“Jesus' death was seen by Jesus himself ... as the ultimate means by which God's kingdom was established. The crucifixion was the shocking answer to the prayer that God's kingdom would come on earth as in heaven.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Surprised by Hope, 2008
The quote asserts that Jesus’ crucifixion was the decisive act that established God’s kingdom, fulfilling a divine promise for a heavenly reality on earth.
In simple terms: Jesus’ death founded God’s kingdom on earth.
Key Takeaway
See the crucifixion as the start of divine reign.
Themes
theology
salvation
kingdom
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
doctrinal
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- personal faith
- mission work
Key Concepts
crucifixion
divine promise
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the kingdom mean for believers today?
- How does this view shape Christian practice?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of the kingdom vary.
