Quote by Burton L. Mack

The kingdom of God could be realized simply by daring to live differently from the normal conventions. The kingdom of God in the teachings of Jesus was not an apocalyptic or heavenly projection of otherworldly desire. It was driven by a desire to think that there must be a better way to live together than the present state of affairs. And it called for a change of behavior in the present on the part of individuals invested in the vision.

The kingdom of God could be realized simply by daring to liv

Summary

This quote emphasizes that the concept of the kingdom of God, as taught by Jesus, is not about a future, otherworldly existence, but rather about finding a better way to live together in the present. It suggests that achieving the kingdom of God requires daring to live differently from societal norms and having a desire to challenge the existing state of affairs. This change in behavior is needed from individuals who are committed to the vision of a transformed society. In essence, the quote encourages individuals to actively participate in creating a more just and compassionate world.

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