Assistance Quote by John Wesley
“As no good is done, or spoken, or thought by any man without the assistance of God, working in and with those that believe in him, so there is no evil done, or spoken, or thought without the assistance of the devil, who worketh with strong though secret power in the children of unbelief. All the works of our evil nature are the work of the devil.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Nature of Good and Evil, 1765
Human actions, thoughts, and words are influenced by divine or demonic assistance, depending on belief.
In simple terms: Good and evil stem from spiritual influence.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the source of your motives.
Themes
spirituality
morality
belief
human nature
Mood
reflective
serious
thoughtful
Type
theological
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- ethical debates
- spiritual counseling
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
divine influence
demonic influence
free will
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern spiritual influence?
- Can morality exist without belief?
A Different Perspective
Assumes a binary view of influence, ignoring secular ethics.
