Bonhoeffer writes, “When Christ calls a man, he bids him come and die.” This is not a call to a life of comfort and ease, but a call to a life of radical obedience and sacrifice.
Bonhoeffer also explores the concept of “discipleship” and what it means to be a true disciple of Jesus Christ. He argues that discipleship is not simply a matter of following Jesus’ teachings, but of following Jesus himself. This requires a deep commitment to Jesus and a willingness to surrender one’s life to him. Bonhoeffer writes, “When Christ calls a man, he
The book is also a powerful reminder of the importance of living out one’s faith in the midst of a corrupt and decaying world. As Bonhoeffer himself demonstrated, true discipleship requires a willingness to take a stand against injustice and to speak truth to power, even if it means facing persecution and hardship. This requires a deep commitment to Jesus and
The Cost of Discipleship: A Timeless Classic by Dietrich Bonhoeffer** The Cost of Discipleship: A Timeless Classic by
Dietrich Bonhoeffer was a German theologian and pastor who lived during a time of great turmoil in Europe. As the Nazi regime rose to power, Bonhoeffer found himself increasingly at odds with the compromises and accommodations of the German church. He believed that the church had a responsibility to stand against the injustices of the Nazi regime, even if it meant facing persecution and hardship.
So what is the cost of discipleship? According to Bonhoeffer, it is nothing less than one’s life. Jesus’ call to discipleship is a call to die to oneself and to live for him alone. This requires a willingness to give up everything, including one’s own desires, ambitions, and possessions.