Whether you think of it as heavenly or as earthly, if you love life immortality is no consolation for death.
Simone De BeauvoirRead
Jesus comes among us, in our all division, not to instruct, comfort or inspire but to die. In doing so, He answers the sum of our self-regard, stupidity and cruelty.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that Jesus's presence is not for guidance or motivation but rather for the ultimate sacrifice, addressing human flaws.
Richard Coles emphasizes the profound nature of Jesus's sacrifice, interpreting it as a response to humanity's inherent flaws like self-centeredness and cruelty. Instead of merely providing comfort or guidance, Jesus's willingness to die signifies a deeper engagement with our moral shortcomings, serving as a poignant reminder of the weight of our collective actions.
Themes
JesusSacrificeHumanitySelf-RegardCruelty
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon, when discussing the meaning of sacrifice and love for others.
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