Life Quote by Jay E. Adams
““There is much that people do not feel like doing. But there are only two ways to live. These two ways of life reflect two kinds of religion and two kinds of morality. One religion and life and morality says, “I will live according to feelings.” The other says, “I will live as God says.” When man sinned he was abandoning the commandment-oriented life of love for the feeling-oriented life of lust. There are only two kinds of life, the feeling-motivated life of sin oriented toward self, and the commandment-motivated life of holiness oriented toward godliness. Living according to feeling is the greatest hindrance to godliness that we face.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Theology of the Christian Life, Jay E. Adams, 1975
It contrasts a feeling‑driven life with a duty‑driven life, urging obedience to divine command over personal desire.
In simple terms: Choose duty over desire for spiritual growth.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize moral duty.
Themes
morality
spirituality
religion
self‑control
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
didactic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- spiritual counseling
- ethical education
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
free will
Questions to Reflect On
- What duties feel most demanding?
- How can feeling be integrated without compromising duty?
A Different Perspective
May ignore personal well‑being and lead to legalism.
