If thou wilt be well with GOD, and have grace to rule thy…
““If thou wilt be well with GOD, and have grace to rule thy life, and come to the joy of love: this name JESUS, fasten it so fast in thy heart that it come never out of thy thought. And when thou speakest to Him, and through custom sayst, JESUS, it shall be in thine ear, joy; in thy mouth, honey; and in thine heart, melody: for men shall think joy to hear that name be named, sweetness to speak it, mirth and song to think it. If thou thinkest (on) JESUS continually, and holdest it firmly, it purges thy sin, and kindles thine heart; it clarifies thy soul, it removes anger and does away slowness. It wounds in love and fulfils charity. It chases the devil, and puts out dread. It opens heaven, and makes a contemplative man. Have JESUS in mind, for that puts all vices and phantoms out from the lover.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A devotional exhortation to constantly internalize the name of Jesus, believing it transforms the heart, removes sin, and brings joy and spiritual vigor.
In simple terms: Constant focus on Jesus reshapes the soul.
Key Takeaway
Persistent remembrance of Christ purifies and empowers.
Themes
spiritual devotion
inner transformation
joyful worship
overcoming sin
love and charity
contemplative practice
Mood
reverent
hopeful
uplifting
Type
devotional
theological
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- daily meditation
- suffering hardship
- temptation moments
- community worship
Key Concepts
faith
grace
heart‑mind unity
spiritual warfare
Practical Applications
- spiritual counseling
- personal devotional writing
Questions to Reflect On
- How does continual focus on a divine name affect daily behavior?
- What practices help maintain such persistent remembrance?