Pay the price Quote by Stanley Hauerwas
““We would like a church that again asserts that God, not nations, rules the world, that the boundaries of God’s kingdom transcend those of Caesar, and that the main political task of the church is the formation of people who see clearly the cost of discipleship and are willing to pay the price.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Church and the World,” 1995
The church should prioritize spiritual authority over national power, shaping people who understand discipleship’s cost.
In simple terms: Church over nation.
Key Takeaway
Focus on spiritual formation.
Themes
faith
authority
discipleship
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
theological
political
When to use this quote
- religious education
- public policy debates
- community leadership
Key Concepts
theology
political ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How should the church engage politics?
- What does true discipleship cost?
A Different Perspective
Balancing spiritual ideals with political realities is difficult.
