Lord, make my way prosperous, not that I achieve high station, but that my life may be an exhibit to the value of knowing God.
Jim ElliotRead
Father, make of me a crisis man. Bring those I contact to decision. Let me not be a milepost on a single road; make me a fork, that men must turn one way or another on facing Christ in me.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses a desire to inspire others to make important decisions in their lives through one's own example.
Jim Elliot's quote reflects a deep yearning to be a catalyst for change and decision-making in the lives of others. By asking to be a 'crisis man,' he is wishing to embody a presence that compels those around him to confront significant choices, particularly in relation to their faith and moral direction. Instead of merely guiding people along a single, straight path, Elliot desires to present them with contrasting options that encourage introspection and a transformative encounter with Christ.
Themes
InspirationDecisionFaithMotivationChange
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech, I shared this quote to encourage attendees to challenge themselves and others.
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I have felt the impact of your prayer in these past weeks. I am certain now that nothing has had a more powerful infl uence on this life of mine than your prayers.
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God, I pray light these idle sticks of my life and may I burn up for thee.
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None of it gets to be 'old stuff', for it is Christ in print, the Living Word. We wouldn't think of rising in the morning without a facewash, but we often neglect that purgative cleansing of the Word of the Lord. It wakes us up to our responsibility
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Father, take my life, yea, my blood if Thou wilt, and consume it with Thine enveloping fire. I would not save it, for it is not mine to save. Have it Lord, have it all. Pour out my life as an oblation for the world. Blood is only of value as it flows before Thine altar
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