BONHOEFFER: BIBLICAL REFERENCES & GRACE Flashcards
Give a quote from Romas 13:1-7 about being subject to Authorities.
“He who resists the authorities resists what God has appointed.”
What is said in Luke 20:19-26 that can be used to support Bonhoeffer’s situation?
“Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.”
What did Luther state, that Bonhoeffer used to support his case against Nazism?
“Here I stand; I can do no other.”
Bonhoeffer stated that in extreme cases we can do nothing but act out of despair.
What was the decision that Bonhoeffer came to, despite evident opposition in the Bible?
That the state was acting in such an unjust way that it was his duty to disobey it to avoid more suffering and disorder. Ensuring he was following the will of God.
What did Bonhoeffer state about cheap grace?
“Cheap grace means grace sold on the market like cheapjack’s works”.
What does the idea of costly grace criticise?
Christians living easy and comfortable, full of reward with little struggle.
What did Bonhoeffer describe costly grace as?
“treasure hidden in a field” the idea that you would gladly sacrifice anything for.
Why is grace costly?
Because it calls us to follow Jesus and that means making changes to our lives.
