Favors Quote by Joseph Alleine
“A man may as certainly miscarry by his seeming righteousness and supposed graces, as by gross sins; and that is, when a man doth trust in these as his righteousness before God, for the satisfying His justice, appeasing His wrath, procuring His favor, and obtaining his own pardon.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian's Duty, 1680
Righteousness based on outward deeds can be as dangerous as sin; true justice comes from genuine humility before God.
In simple terms: Pretending to be good can be as bad as actually being bad.
Key Takeaway
Seek sincere humility over false righteousness.
Themes
faith
humility
justice
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- confession
- ethical decision‑making
- leadership guidance
Key Concepts
theology
self‑deception
spiritual integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true righteousness look like in daily life?
- How can we guard against self‑deception?
A Different Perspective
The argument may overlook the complexity of moral behavior.
