Affection Quote by John Wesley
“It is the Spirit that sheds the love of God abroad in their hearts, and the love of all mankind; thereby purifying their hearts from the love of the world, from the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eye, and the pride of life. It is by Him they are delivered from anger and pride, from all vile and inordinate affections.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Character of a Methodist, 1739
Spiritual transformation purifies hearts from worldly desires, replacing them with divine love for God and humanity.
In simple terms: Divine love cleanses worldly lusts.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine love over material cravings.
Themes
spirituality
purification
love
humility
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- community worship
- ethical decision making
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Christian mysticism
ethical renewal
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you replace selfish desires with love for others?
- What practices help maintain a purified heart?
A Different Perspective
Human nature resists change; divine love may be hard to sustain.
