Better Quote by Anne Hutchinson
“The Lord judgeth not as man judgeth; better to be cast out of the church than to deny Christ.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Early Colonial England, 1636
Divine judgment differs from human judgment; it is preferable to be expelled from the church than to deny Christ.
In simple terms: God’s judgment is distinct from human judgment.
Key Takeaway
Choose faith over institutional acceptance.
Themes
faith
judgment
church
spiritual integrity
conformity
Mood
reflective
serious
inspirational
Type
theological
historical
quote
When to use this quote
- colonial religious debates
- personal faith crises
- church discipline
Key Concepts
theology
personal conviction
religious dissent
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true faith demand?
- Can one remain within a corrupt institution?
A Different Perspective
Expulsion may cause social hardship.
