The idea behind The Hole in Our Gospel is quite simple…
“The idea behind The Hole in Our Gospel is quite simple. It's basically the belief that being a Christian, or a follower of Jesus Christ, requires much more than just having a personal and transforming relationship with God. It also entails a public and transforming relationship with the world.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns, 2015
Christian faith must extend beyond personal devotion to active, transformative engagement with society.
In simple terms: Faith is public action, not just private belief.
Key Takeaway
Live your faith outwardly.
Themes
faith
social justice
mission
community
transformation
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- advocacy
- church outreach
- political engagement
Key Concepts
Christianity
public theology
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance personal devotion with public action?
- What societal issues call your faith to act?
A Different Perspective
May overlook personal spiritual depth.