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4 illustrations — Quotes from Lewis, Stott, Bonhoeffer, and other theologians
"Christ passed through the waters of death—baptism in Jordan, descent into Sheol. He walked through fire on the cross. Because HE passed through, WE can pass through. 'I will be with you' is fulfilled in Emmanuel. Christ is our companion...
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"In the ancient world, gods didn't seek people—people sought gods. But our Shepherd leaves the ninety-nine to find the one. He leads, guides, pursues. Mission flows from this: we seek others because He first sought us." — Tim Keller. The...
"I am crucified—not once but daily. The cross is both crisis and process. We die with Christ initially at conversion, but we take up the cross daily, dying continually to sin and self. Sanctification is crucifixion extended through a lifetime." — John Wesley.
"Worry is practical atheism—living as if God will not provide. 'Seek first' means trust first. The kingdom is God's gracious rule; His righteousness is Christ's righteousness given to us. Trust the Father who knows what you need; He delights to give." — Martin Luther.