Art Quote by John Wesley
“In a storm, I think, 'What if the gospel be not true? Then thou art, of all men, most foolish. For what has thou given up thy goods, thy ease, thy friends, thy reputation, thy country, thy life?'”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Sermon on the Storm, 1740s
Wesley questions the emptiness of sacrificing everything for a belief that may be false, urging honest self‑examination.
In simple terms: Question your beliefs before giving up everything.
Key Takeaway
Examine faith before sacrifice.
Themes
faith
skepticism
integrity
sacrifice
self‑reflection
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- religious conversion
- ethical decision‑making
- life‑changing choices
Key Concepts
theology
existential doubt
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What core belief would you risk losing?
- How do you balance faith with critical thinking?
A Different Perspective
Blind devotion can lead to loss of self and values.
