Deserve Quote by Jean Baptiste Massillon
“I love a serious preacher, who speaks for my sake and not for his own; who seeks my salvation, and not his own vain glory. He best deserves to be heard who uses speech only to clothe his thoughts, and his thoughts only to promote truth and virtue.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: “The True Preacher,” 1695
A preacher should speak for others, not self‑interest, promoting truth and virtue.
In simple terms: Preachers should serve others, not themselves.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility and truth in speech.
Themes
religion
ethics
humility
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- pastoral counseling
- public speaking
- ethical leadership
- community building
Key Concepts
self‑less service
truthful communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders stay self‑less?
- What practices foster truthful speech?
A Different Perspective
Human nature often seeks personal glory.
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