Action Quote by John Nelson Darby
“To rest satisfied with existing evils, as if we could do nothing, is not obedience; but neither is it obedience to imitate the actions of the apostles.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: The Ministry of the Church, 1845
Accepting evil passively is not true obedience; true obedience requires active resistance, not merely copying apostolic actions.
In simple terms: Passive acceptance isn’t obedience; act against evil.
Key Takeaway
Reject complacency, act with purpose.
Themes
obedience
morality
action
faith
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- social justice
- personal ethics
- church leadership
- political activism
Key Concepts
ethical responsibility
spiritual discernment
active resistance
Questions to Reflect On
- What injustices are you tolerating?
- How can you act responsibly without merely mimicking others?
A Different Perspective
Passive acceptance may be justified by fear or misunderstanding of authority.
