Christianity Quote by Jonathan Edwards
““and about the same time an invitation from the Commissioners in Boston of the “Society in London for Propagating the Gospel in New England and the parts adjacent” to become their missionary to the Indians, who then formed a large part of the Stockbridge settlement. After acquainting himself by a residence of several months in Stockbridge with the conditions of the work, and after receiving satisfactory assurances, in a personal interview with the Governor, with regard to the conduct of the Indian mission, he accepted both of these proposals. He had scarcely done so when he received a call, with the promise of generous support, from a church in Virginia. The””
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence, 1740s, New England missionary records
He accepted a missionary role after careful personal and, then quickly received a more lucrative offer elsewhere, highlighting the tension between vocation and opportunity.
In simple terms: He chose a job, then got a better one.
Key Takeaway
Weigh long‑term purpose against short‑term gain.
Themes
missionary work
career decisions
vocation
opportunity
ethics
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- colonial New England
- church leadership
- career planning
- financial incentive
Key Concepts
call of service
personal ambition
resource allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- What values guide your career choices?
- How do you balance duty and personal benefit?
A Different Perspective
Choosing a higher calling may conflict with personal advancement.
![“But it is doubtless true, and evident from [the] Scriptures, that the essence of all true religion lies in holy love; and that in this divine affection, and an habitual disposition to it, and that light which is the foundation of it, and those things which are the fruits of it, consists the whole…” quote by Jonathan Edwards](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2fd/jonathan-edwards-770_affection_but-it-is-doubtless-true-and-evident-fro_82879.jpg)
