Attainment Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“I know that charity covereth a multitude of sins; but it does not call evil good, because a good man has done it; it does not excuse inconsistencies, because the inconsistent brother has a high name and a fervent spirit; crookedness and worldliness are still crookedness and worldliness, though exhibited in one who seems to have reached no common height of attainment.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Charity of the Soul, 1865
Charity is virtuous but does not excuse moral failings; true goodness requires consistency beyond outward deeds.
In simple terms: Good deeds don’t hide bad character.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate integrity, not just charity.
Themes
morality
charity
integrity
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- community service
- personal confession
- leadership decisions
- public speaking
Key Concepts
ethics
spirituality
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- Can charity inspire deeper moral change?
- How do we address inconsistency in others?
A Different Perspective
Emphasis on personal judgment may ignore systemic issues.
