Advertisements Quote by Rachel Held Evans
“Walking with someone through grief, or through the process of reconciliation, requires patience, presence, and a willingness to wander, to take the scenic route. But the modern-day church doesn't like to wander or wait. The modern-day church likes results. Convinced the gospel is a product we've got to sell to an increasingly shrinking market, we like our people to function as walking advertisements: happy, put-together, finished - proof that this Jesus stuff WORKS!”
About This Quote
Source Book: Faith and Doubt, 2018
Reconciliation needs patience and openness, but modern churches often demand quick, market‑driven results, turning faith into a product.
In simple terms: Reconciliation is slow; churches want fast results.
Key Takeaway
Seek patience and authenticity over quick fixes.
Themes
patience
reconciliation
faith
authenticity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- counseling
- community building
- spiritual growth
Key Concepts
theology
church culture
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to truly wander in faith?
- How can churches value process over product?
A Different Perspective
Risk of reducing faith to a sales pitch.
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