We must remember that if all the manifestly good men were…
“We must remember that if all the manifestly good men were on one side and all the manifestly bad men on the other, there would be no danger of anyone, least of all the elect, being deceived by lying wonders. It is the good men, good once, we must hope good still, who are to do the work of Anti-Christ and so sadly to crucify the Lord afresh… Bear in mind this feature of the last days, that this deceitfulness arises from good men being on the wrong side.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Good people on the wrong side can deceive others, so vigilance is needed to discern true righteousness.
In simple terms: Even good people can mislead if they support evil.
Key Takeaway
Stay vigilant about the moral direction of your allies.
Themes
morality
deception
spiritual vigilance
good vs evil
faith
eschatology
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- political activism
- community building
- education
- media consumption
Key Concepts
theology
ethical discernment
prophecy
spiritual warfare
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria do you use to evaluate a cause?
- How can you guard against being misled by well‑meaning leaders?
A Different Perspective
Good intentions don’t guarantee correct actions; context matters.