“The cross is the blazing fire at which the flame of our love is kindled, but we have to get near enough for its sparks to fall on us”
— John Stott
Simplified Meaning:
When we talk about the "cross" here, think of it as something really important that inspires us or makes us feel deeply. It's like a campfire that can start our feelings of love and kindness. But just like with a campfire, if we want to feel its warmth or get its sparks, we need to be close to it. For example, if you want to get better at something or feel more connected to someone, you need to spend time doing that thing or being with that person. So, if you want to feel more love in your life, you have to put yourself in situations where you can experience and see love, like helping others or spending time with loved ones. This quote reminds us that we have to make an effort to get close to what inspires us if we want it to have a real effect on us.
