Christianity Quote by Jonathan Edwards
““I can appeal to you as the apostle does to his bearers, Gal. iv. 13, “Ye know how through infirmity of the flesh I preached the gospel unto you.” I have spent the prime of my life and strength in labors for your eternal welfare. You are my witnesses, that what strength I have had I have not neglected in idleness, nor laid out in prosecuting worldly schemes and managing temporal affairs, for the advancement of my outward estate, and aggrandizing myself and family; but have given myself wholly to the work of the ministry, laboring in it night and day, rising early and applying myself to this great business to which Christ appointed me.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God", 1741
Edwards urges relentless dedication to spiritual labor, rejecting worldly pursuits for divine service.
In simple terms: Focus fully on God's work, avoid worldly distractions.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize spiritual duty over personal gain.
Themes
devotion
self-denial
spiritual warfare
missionary work
Mood
solemn
determined
Type
religious
inspirational
When to use this quote
- preaching
- daily prayer
- community leadership
- personal sacrifice
Key Concepts
theology
asceticism
religious fervor
Questions to Reflect On
- Is total devotion sustainable?
- How balance spiritual calling with personal life?
A Different Perspective
Such extreme self-sacrifice may neglect personal health and relationships.
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