There are two ways whereby men may be guilty of the…
![“There are two ways whereby men may be guilty of the neglect of this heavenly favour:--[1.] They are so when the gift itself is not valued nor sought after, nor endeavoured to be attained. And this is done under various pretences. Some imagine that it is no gift of the Spirit, and so despise it…” quote by John Owen](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/800/john-owen-1415_gift-spirit_there-are-two-ways-whereby-men-may-be-gu_1064765.png)
““There are two ways whereby men may be guilty of the neglect of this heavenly favour:--[1.] They are so when the gift itself is not valued nor sought after, nor endeavoured to be attained. And this is done under various pretences. Some imagine that it is no gift of the Spirit, and so despise it; others think that either by them it is not attainable, or that if it be attained it will not answer the labour in it and diligence about it which it doth require, and therefore take up with another way and means, which they know to be more easy, and hope to be as useful; by many the whole duty is despised, and consequently all assistance in the performance of it is so also. None of these do I speak unto at present. But, [2.] We are guilty of this””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
People often ignore spiritual blessings by undervaluing them or believing they are unattainable, leading to complacency and reliance on easier paths.
In simple terms: Neglecting spiritual gifts through undervaluing or doubt.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and pursue spiritual gifts actively.
Themes
faith
complacency
spiritual growth
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
exhortational
theological
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- church teaching
- spiritual counseling
- education
- mentorship
Key Concepts
Theology
human nature
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you truly value the gifts you have?
- What easier path are you choosing over deeper growth?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that external circumstances, not personal neglect, limit spiritual engagement.