Character Quote by Richard J. Foster
““The story is not about the singular virtues of the one being called. The story is about a risk-taking, bold sort of God who reaches in and calls people for divine service, giving them what they need for that service.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Celebration of Discipline, 1978
Divine service is portrayed as a bold, risk‑taking God who calls people to fulfill needed roles.
In simple terms: God invites us to take daring, purposeful action.
Key Takeaway
Answer the call with courage.
Themes
faith
risk
service
divine purpose
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- mission work
- personal vocation
- community leadership
Key Concepts
theology
call to action
spiritual risk
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you willing to take for a higher purpose?
- How do you discern genuine divine calling?
A Different Perspective
May overlook human agency and consent.
