Good news Quote by Nadia Bolz-Weber
““And the strangeness of the good news is that, like those in Matthew 25 who sat before the throne and said Huh? When did we ever feed you, Lord?, we never know when we experience Jesus in all of this. All that we have is a promise, a promise that our needs are holy to God. A promise that Jesus is present in the meeting of needs and that his kingdom is here.””
About This Quote
The gospel’s mystery lies in its unexpected, intimate presence, offering a promise that our needs are sacred and met by divine participation.
In simple terms: God’s good news is surprising, personal, and promises holy care.
Divine promise meets human need in unexpected ways.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- community worship
- interfaith dialogue
- volunteering
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- reflect on moments of unexpected support
- share testimonies of divine provision
Questions to Reflect On
- What does ‘holy need’ mean to you?
- How do you discern divine presence from ordinary circumstances?
Interpreting every event as a direct sign of divine presence can overlook natural explanations and personal agency.