Summary:
The book explores the true meaning of Christian discipleship, contrasting "cheap grace" with "costly grace," and emphasizes the need for personal sacrifice and obedience to the teachings of Jesus. It draws from the Sermon on the Mount and Bonhoeffer's own experiences to challenge believers to live out their faith authentically and resist the temptation of conforming to secular society.
Key points:
1. Cheap vs Costly Grace: Bonhoeffer differentiates between grace that shields from sin consequences without change (cheap grace) and grace that demands repentance and personal sacrifice (costly grace).
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