Offering Quote by Richard J. Foster
““The offering of ourselves can only be the offering of our lived experience, because this alone is who we are. And who we are—not who we want to be—is the only offering we have to give. We give God therefore not just our strengths but also our weaknesses, not just our giftedness but also our brokenness.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Spiritual Reflections, 2015
Offering our whole lived experience, including flaws, is our true gift.
In simple terms: Give yourself wholly, strengths and weaknesses.
Key Takeaway
Embrace authenticity in service.
Themes
spirituality
authenticity
service
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
spiritual
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- counseling
- personal testimony
Key Concepts
theology
self‑acceptance
community building
Questions to Reflect On
- What parts of yourself are hardest to share?
- How does authenticity impact relationships?
A Different Perspective
Vulnerability may be uncomfortable.
