Christianity Quote by Douglas Wilson
““Modernity has abandoned the household gods, not because we have rejected the idolatry as all Christians must, but because we have rejected the very idea of the household. We no longer worship Vesta, but have only turned away from her because our homes no longer have any hearths. Now we worship Motor Oil. If our rejection of the old idols were Christian repentance, God would bless it, but what is actually happening is that we are sinking below the level of the ancient pagans. But when we turn to Christ in truth, we find that He has ordained every day of marriage as a proclamation of his covenant with the church. A man who embraces what is expected of him will find a good wife and a welcoming hearth. He who loves his wife loves himself.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Family: A Christian Perspective, 2005
Modern life replaces sacred domestic rituals with material worship, losing spiritual depth and communal hearth.
In simple terms: We worship materialism over sacred household values.
Key Takeaway
Re‑center family life around spiritual purpose.
Themes
family
faith
materialism
spirituality
tradition
Mood
inspirational
contemplative
Type
theological
practical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- church teaching
- family retreats
- personal devotion
- community building
Key Concepts
household gods
covenant
marriage
hearth symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern practices replace spiritual hearths?
- How can families reclaim sacred traditions?
A Different Perspective
Reviving sacred rituals can restore meaning.
