Cost Quote by Timothy Keller
“Forgiveness always comes at a cost to the one granting the forgiveness. To not retaliate is to absorb the cost.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness, Timothy Keller, 2015
Forgiveness requires personal sacrifice; the forgiver bears emotional cost instead of retaliation.
In simple terms: Forgiving costs you, not the offender.
Key Takeaway
Accept the burden to break cycles.
Themes
forgiveness
humility
relationships
emotional health
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
serious
empathetic
Type
advice
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- family disputes
- workplace conflicts
- personal healing
- justice mediation
Key Concepts
sacrifice
compassion
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the limits of forgiveness?
- How can you protect yourself while forgiving?
A Different Perspective
Cost may be too high for chronic abuse victims.
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