Shane Claiborne

Christian Activist American Born 1975 (age 51)

Christian activist; promotes radical Christian living.

368 quotes

"Another world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day, I can hear her breathing."
Hope
"We are called to be architects of the future, not its victims."
Leadership
"Jesus is not a Republican or a Democrat. Jesus is a radical."
Faith
"The ultimate measure of a person is not where they stand in moments of comfort, but where they stand in times of challenge and controversy."
Courage
"Real community is not just about proximity; it's about proximity of heart."
Relationships
"To serve the poor is to serve Jesus."
Justice
"We live in a time of great need and great opportunity."
Motivation
"The greatest threat to our faith today is not heresy but apathy."
Faith
"A revolution built on love looks like a revolution of tiny acts."
Change
"We don't just want to live in a better world; we want to be better people."
Wisdom
"Grace means we don't have to live a perfect life to have a perfect God."
Faith
"Everything that is good comes from love, and everything that is evil comes from fear."
Love
"The cry of the poor is the cry of God."
Justice
"We are called not to be comfortable, but to be faithful."
Courage
"A faith that costs nothing is worth nothing."
Faith
"We must live differently so the world can be different."
Change
"The most radical thing we can do is love our enemies."
Peace
"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication."
Wisdom
"God is not interested in our fancy prayers; God is interested in our obedience."
Faith
"We are not called to save the world; we are called to love the world."
Love
"True strength is found in vulnerability and honesty."
Strength
"The church is not a building; the church is a people."
Faith
"We must be the change we wish to see in the world."
Change
"Love is the most powerful force in the universe."
Love
"We are called to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable."
Justice
"The gospel is good news for the poor and bad news for the rich."
Faith
"Poverty is not just a lack of money; it's a lack of relationships."
Wisdom
"We must choose between success and faithfulness."
Success
"The kingdom of God is not about power over others, but power with others."
Leadership
"Real love is not sentimental; it is radical."
Love