Action Quote by Christopher Love
“Mortifying the deeds of the body cannot be understood of the religious deeds of the body, for they are to be cherished, nor of the natural deeds of the body such as eating and drinking; but it refers to the sinful actions that are done by the body arising from the temptations and injections of Satan or the corrupt dictates of our own sinful heart.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian Faith, 17th Century
The quote distinguishes bodily religious or natural acts from sinful actions driven by temptation or a sinful heart.
In simple terms: It says not all bodily acts are sinful; only those from temptation are.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and resist temptations that corrupt actions.
Themes
morality
spirituality
temptation
self_control
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
didactic
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- confession
- ethical decision making
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
sin,nature
temptation
human_fallibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate between natural bodily needs and sinful temptations?
- What practices help you guard against hidden corrupt influences?
A Different Perspective
Temptation can be subtle and hard to identify, leading to self‑deception.
