Born Quote by Shane Claiborne
“We do need to be born again, since Jesus said that to a guy named Nicodemus. But if you tell me I have to be born again to enter the Kingdom of God, I can tell you that you have to sell everything you have and give it to the poor, because Jesus said that to one guy, too. But I guess that's why God invented highlighers, so we can highlight the parts we like and ignore the rest.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Irresistible Revolution" by Shane Claiborne, 2006
True discipleship may require radical generosity, but interpreting scripture selectively can miss its broader call to love and justice.
In simple terms: God calls for radical generosity, but selective reading limits its full meaning.
Key Takeaway
Embrace holistic compassion over selective adherence.
Themes
faith
generosity
justice
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- charitable giving
- community service
- personal sacrifice
Key Concepts
radical love
scriptural interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true generosity look like in daily life?
- How can we avoid cherry‑picking scripture?
A Different Perspective
Simplifying complex teachings can lead to misapplication.
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