Most people catch their presuppositions from their family and surrounding society the way a child catches measles.
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Eternity will be wonderful, but there is one thing heaven will not contain, and that is the call, the possibility, and the privilege of living a supernatural life here and now by faith, before we meet Jesus face to face.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of living a faith-driven life in the present rather than waiting for an afterlife.
Francis Schaeffer expresses that while eternity is a beautiful prospect, the unique opportunity to live a life filled with faith, wonder, and connection to the divine is a privilege that belongs to our current existence. He suggests that engaging deeply with life and spirituality now is essential, as it provides a sense of purpose and fulfillment before the ultimate reunion with Jesus after death.
Themes
EternityFaithLifeSpiritualityPresentPrivilege
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon about living purposefully, a speaker could quote this to inspire congregation members to embrace their faith daily.
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