Jim Elliot Quotes

The Lord has done what I wanted Him to do this week. I wanted, primarily, peace about going into pioneer Indian work. And as I analyze my feelings now, I feel quite at ease about saying that tribal work in South American jungles is the general direction of my missionary purpose.

Coming home, we stopped for a bite to eat and ran into a confused waitress. Had a heart-rending time trying to speak the Words of Life to her, and as I think of all this country now, many just as confused, and more so, I realized that the 39th Street bus is as much a mission field as Africa ever was.

What a brutish master sin is, taking the joy from one's life, stealing money and health, giving promise of tomorrow's pleasures, and finally leading one onto the rotten planking that overlies the mouth of the pit.

I only hope that He will let me preach to those who have never heard that name Jesus. What else is worthwhile in this life? I have heard of nothing better. 'Lord, send me!'

It is true that a fellow cannot ignore women - but he can think of them as he ought - as sisters, not as sparring partners.

We wouldn't think of rising in the morning without a face-wash, but we often neglect that purgative cleansing of the Word of the Lord. It wakes us up to our responsibility.

Systematic theology - be careful how you tie down the Word to fit your set and final creeds, systems, dogmas, and organized theistic philosophies! The Word of God is not bound! It's free to say what it will to the individual, and no one can outline it into dispensations which cannot be broken.

How wonderful to know that Christianity is more than a padded pew or a dim cathedral, but that it is a real, living, daily experience which goes on from grace to grace.

God always gives His best to those who leave the c... -Jim Elliot

God always gives His best to those who leave the choice with him.

Discovering the context

This quote conveys the notion that individuals who entrust their decisions or outcomes to God are rewarded with the best or most suitable outcomes, emphasizing the value of surrendering control and relying on divine providence.

The sound of 'gentle stillness' after all the thunder and wind have passed will the ultimate Word from God.

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.

Wherever you are - be all there.

Discovering the context

This quote encourages being fully present and engaged in the current moment. It suggests that focusing one's attention and energy on the present situation, regardless of the circumstances or location, leads to a more fulfilling and meaningful experience.

He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gai... -Jim Elliot

He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.

Live to the hilt every situation you believe to be... -Jim Elliot

Live to the hilt every situation you believe to be the will of God.

Discovering the context

This quote encourages embracing every situation in life that one believes to be in alignment with God's will. It urges individuals to fully immerse themselves in such situations, giving their utmost effort and commitment.

I dare not stay home while Quichuas perish. What if the well-filled church in the homeland needs stirring? They have the Scriptures, Moses, and the prophets, and a whole lot more. Their condemnation is written on their bank books and in the dust on their Bible covers.

Jim Elliot Quotes

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