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“I think He made one law of that kind in order that there might be obedience. In all these other matters what you call obeying Him is but doing what seems good in your own eyes also. Is love content with that?” quote by Anonymous
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“I think He made one law of that kind in order that there might be obedience. In all these other matters what you call obeying Him is but doing what seems good in your own eyes also. Is love content with that?”

Anonymous

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The speaker questions whether obeying God by personal judgment is true love, suggesting obedience may be self‑serving.

In simple terms: Obedience based on personal desire may lack genuine love.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on true obedience.

Themes

faith obedience love morality subjectivity

Mood

thoughtful questioning

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • religious practice
  • personal decision‑making
  • community leadership
  • moral education

Key Concepts

theology ethics philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is love possible without self‑interest?
  • How do we discern divine will?
A Different Perspective

Blind obedience can ignore deeper ethics.

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