Fear Quote by Johann Martin Boltzius
““Some dislike our insisting on the word of the Lord and true fear of Him; and they say they do not wish to be inconvenienced and to live under this yoke. See Malachi 3:14. If such reasons were to be believed, fear of God and virtue would count for nothing. And who will believe that?””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Frontier Ministry, 1765
Critiques those who dismiss religious fear and virtue as inconvenient, arguing such attitudes undermine true devotion.
In simple terms: People avoid God’s fear because it’s inconvenient.
Key Takeaway
Take responsibility for spiritual commitments despite discomfort.
Themes
faith
virtue
religion
convenience
Mood
thoughtful
spiritual
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- community worship
- ethical decision making
- counseling
Key Concepts
theology
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- Why is fear of God considered inconvenient?
- How can believers balance comfort with conviction?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical challenges of living out faith.
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