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Apostolic Quote by C. S. Lewis

“I think we all sin by needlessly disobeying the apostolic injunction to "rejoice" as much as by anything else” quote by C. S. Lewis
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“I think we all sin by needlessly disobeying the apostolic injunction to "rejoice" as much as by anything else”

C. S. Lewis

About This Quote

Source Book: The Problem of Pain by C. S. Lewis, 1940

We often violate the divine call to rejoice, causing unnecessary suffering.

In simple terms: Disobeying joy brings needless pain.

Key Takeaway

Embrace joy, avoid needless sin.

Themes

spirituality joy sin

Mood

reflective serious

Type

moral spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • religious practice
  • mental health

Key Concepts

theology human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you resist joy?
  • Why is joy essential?
A Different Perspective

Joy is a command, not optional.

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