Good people Quote by John Wesley
““Good people avoid sin because they love goodness, Wicked people avoid sin because they fear punishment.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Sermons on Several Occasions, 1745
People avoid wrongdoing for different reasons: love of virtue or fear of penalty.
In simple terms: Goodness or fear drives behavior.
Cultivate love for goodness over fear.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- legal compliance
- parenting
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates your ethical choices?
- Can love for goodness replace fear?
Fear alone may not sustain long‑term virtue.