Creation Quote by Richard J. Foster
“In our day heaven and earth are on tiptoe waiting for the emerging of the Spirit-led, Spirit-intoxicaed, Spirit-empowered peole. All of creation watches expectantly for the springing up of a disciplined, freely gathered, martyr people who know in this likfe the life and power of the Kindgom of God. It happened before, it can happen again.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Celebration of Discipline by Richard J. Foster, 1978
A spiritual awakening will be eagerly awaited by all of creation, and a disciplined, empowered community can bring it forth again.
In simple terms: God’s people will revive the kingdom.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate disciplined, Spirit‑filled community.
Themes
spirituality
community
revival
discipline
hope
Mood
hopeful
earnest
inspirational
Type
theological
motivational
prophetic
When to use this quote
- church planting
- small group formation
- personal spiritual disciplines
- social justice movements
Key Concepts
Kingdom theology
spiritual renewal
martyrdom
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we nurture disciplined spirituality today?
- What obstacles block a community’s revival?
A Different Perspective
Human frailty can hinder collective spiritual momentum.
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