What Makes Christians Tick

The thing that sets Christian motivation apart from other motivational factors is the uniqueness of the Christian’s relationship with Christ. This is no more clearly exhibited than in the love relationship.

In times when people talk a lot about burnout, it is good to remember the sentiments expressed in the old hymn “Let Me Burn Out for Thee, Dear Lord.” Paul’s life and teaching illustrate his attitude with great clarity.

In his book "The Knowledge of the Holy," A.W. Tozer said, “The history of mankind will probably show that no people has ever risen above its religion, and man’s spiritual history will positively demonstrate...

Those who have participated in team activities know the value of team spirit. The French call it, "esprit de corps," meaning “spirit of the body”—an expression that transfers easily to the church, the body of Christ.

Peter Ustinov said, “Charity is more common than compassion because charity is tax deductible while compassion is merely time consuming.” His skeptical observation points out the importance of proper Christian motivation.

Give some people a uniform and they will be motivated. Give others a title and the same thing happens. Take others into your confidence and they will be encouraged to perform better. It all has to do with a sense of privilege.

Motives make people act. Motivation urges people to achieve things they consider significant. The call to duty has always been powerful for some people, but for the Christian it has special importance.