Christ Quote by John Bunyan
“Every time you have with your mouth said well of godliness, and yet gone on in wickedness; or every time you have condemned sin in others, and yet have not refrained it yourselves; I say, every such word and conclusion that hath passed out of thy mouth, sinner, it shall be as a witness against thee in the day of God, and the Lord Jesus Christ.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan, 1678
Hypocrisy is condemned: speaking righteousness while acting wickedly invites divine judgment.
In simple terms: Wrong words and deeds expose you to judgment.
Key Takeaway
Align speech with actions.
Themes
hypocrisy
morality
accountability
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- leadership
- public discourse
- religious teaching
Key Concepts
ethical consistency
spiritual integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- Do your words match your actions?
- How can you correct hidden hypocrisy?
A Different Perspective
Self‑deception can blind one to personal faults.
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