Animal Quote by John Wesley
“I believe in my heart that faith in Jesus Christ can and will lead us beyond an exclusive concern for the well-being of other human beings to the broader concern for the well-being of the birds in our backyards, the fish in our rivers, and every living creature on the face of the earth.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The General Epistle, 1765
Faith expands moral concern from humans to all creatures, urging stewardship of nature as a spiritual duty.
In simple terms: Faith leads to caring for all life.
Key Takeaway
Broaden compassion beyond people.
Themes
faith
stewardship
environment
spirituality
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- church outreach
- environmental activism
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
biocentric view
holistic compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can faith motivate concrete environmental change?
- What limits exist in extending moral concern?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical constraints of ecological action.
