Bible Quote by Richard J. Foster
““Where are the people today who will respond to the call of Christ? Have we become so accustomed to “cheap grace” that we instinctively shy away from more demanding calls to obedience? “Cheap grace is grace without discipleship, grace without the cross.”4 Why has the giving of money, for example, been unquestionably recognized as an element in Christian devotion and fasting so disputed? Certainly we have as much, if not more, evidence from the Bible for fasting as we have for giving. Perhaps in our affluent society fasting involves a far larger sacrifice than the giving of money.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Celebration of Discipline by Richard J. Foster, 1978
The quote challenges believers to move beyond superficial faith toward costly discipleship, emphasizing that true devotion may require demanding practices like fasting, not just easy giving.
In simple terms: True devotion demands costly obedience, not just easy giving.
Key Takeaway
Embrace demanding spiritual practices.
Themes
faith
discipleship
sacrifice
materialism
spirituality
Mood
reflective
challenging
inspirational
Type
theological
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- personal fasting
- financial stewardship
- community teaching
Key Concepts
Christian doctrine
ethical commitment
cultural critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What demanding spiritual practice have you avoided?
- How can you balance generosity with sacrifice?
A Different Perspective
Cheap grace can lead to spiritual complacency and neglect of deeper commitment.
