All sufferers can find comfort in the solidarity of the Crucified; but only those who struggle against evil by following the example of the Crucified will discover him at their side. To claim the comfort of the Crucified while rejecting his way is to advocate not only cheap grace but a deceitful ideology.
Miroslav Volf, in "Exclusion & Embrace," highlights the profound connection between suffering and solidarity with the Crucified. He emphasizes that all who suffer can find solace in this shared experience, but true companionship with Him is reserved for those who actively resist evil following His example. This suggests that meaningful engagement with suffering involves more than just seeking comfort; it requires living out the values exemplified by the Crucified.
Volf warns against seeking the comfort of the Crucified while disregarding His teachings, labeling such an approach as a form of cheap grace. He argues that this creates a misleading ideology, undermining the essence of faith and the call to embody Christ’s teachings in the struggle against evil. The author urges readers to embrace a commitment to justice and compassion, highlighting that genuine faith demands active participation in the world’s moral challenges.
