But I go out as a missionary not that I may follow the…
“But I go out as a missionary not that I may follow the dictates of common sense, but that I may obey that command of Christ, 'Go into all the world and preach.' He who said 'preach,' said also, 'Go ye into and preach,' and what Christ hath joined together let not man put asunder.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Missionary work follows Christ’s command to spread the gospel worldwide, despite common sense.
In simple terms: Follow Christ’s call to preach.
Heed the Great Commission.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- church outreach
- personal evangelism
- global missions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal sacrifices are needed to obey?
- How does faith guide decisions against common sense?
Obeying divine command may conflict with practical concerns.