Acting Quote by John Owen
“Sin will be always acting, if we be not always mortifying, we are lost creatures...”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian Life, 1650s
Humanity is sinful and needs continual repentance; without it, we are lost.
In simple terms: We are sinful and need repentance.
Key Takeaway
Seek continual repentance.
Themes
sin
repentance
spiritual loss
Mood
solemn
serious
Type
religious
moral
When to use this quote
- personal confession
- spiritual guidance
- church teaching
Key Concepts
theology
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does repentance mean to you?
- How can repentance be practiced daily?
A Different Perspective
Repentance alone may not change behavior.
