Religion Quote by John Macarthur
“No church is healthy enough to resist contamination from persistent sin in its midst, any more than the healthiest and most nutritious bushel of apples can withstand contamination from even a single bad one. The only solution in both cases is separation.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Religious Teaching, 1805
Sin corrupts a church like a single bad apple spoils a whole bushel; separation is the remedy.
In simple terms: Sin spreads like a bad apple; separation prevents it.
Key Takeaway
Separate the corrupt to protect the whole.
Themes
religion
purity
corruption
separation
community
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- community standards
- ethical governance
Key Concepts
moral decay
institutional health
Questions to Reflect On
- Is separation always the best solution?
- How can institutions heal without division?
A Different Perspective
Separation may not address underlying issues.
