Risky Business

The gospel is a summons to radical obedience and, if need be, danger. Throughout the Bible, the people of God are called to intrepid lives as evidenced by the tumultuous lives of the Patriarchs and Esther. Time and again, faith is inextricably linked with action. As Bonhoeffer said, “Unless he obeys, a man cannot believe.” One cannot serve the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob without action in the midst of uncertainty. Christianity is not a religion that can be enjoyed without risk.