Church history Quote by R. T. Kendall
““days of the earliest Church? I ask you: Do you want things to go on as usual, or do you want to see God do something unusual? If you want to see the extraordinary, I have to tell you that it means going outside your comfort zone. I wish it were not that way, but it is! Every person God used in the Old Testament and the New Testament and in Church history over the last two thousand years has had to go outside his or her comfort zone. That is partly why faith is sometimes spelled R-I-S-K. I would say this to you: If you get a clear invitation to move outside your comfort zone because of the possibility you might see God do the unusual, take it with both hands!””
About This Quote
Encourages embracing risk and discomfort to witness extraordinary outcomes, framing faith as a willingness to step beyond familiar boundaries.
In simple terms: Faith requires risk and stepping out of comfort zones.
Key Takeaway
Embrace divine invitations that challenge you.
Themes
risk
faith
comfort zone
divine action
courage
transformation
Mood
hopeful
challenging
inspired
Type
motivational
theological
call to action
When to use this quote
- prayerful discernment
- missionary work
- personal crisis
- leadership decisions
- creative ventures
Key Concepts
invitation
spiritual growth
historical precedent
Practical Applications
- accepting a challenging ministry
- pursuing a bold career move
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you risk if you trusted a higher purpose?
- How does discomfort shape your faith journey?
A Different Perspective
Some argue that stability and consistency are also vital for sustained spiritual development, and not every risk yields divine favor.
