This quote from Elisabeth Elliot’s book, "Discipline: The Glad Surrender," highlights a misunderstanding of spirituality. It suggests that many people believe that truly spiritual individuals must detach from the world, losing appreciation for its beauty and pleasures. This perception can create a divide between spiritual pursuits and enjoying life’s experiences, leading to a skewed view of what it means to be spiritual.
Elliot’s statement encourages a reevaluation of the relationship between...