All things Quote by Menno Simons
“True evangelical faith, cannot lie dormant, it clothes the naked, it feeds the hungry, it comforts the sorrowful, it shelters the destitute, it serves those that harm it, it binds up that which is wounded, it has become all things to all creatures.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Writings of Menno Simons, 16th century
Faith must be active, caring for all needs and wounds, even those who harm us, becoming universal service
In simple terms: Active faith helps everyone
Key Takeaway
Practice compassion widely
Themes
charity
service
universality
Mood
compassionate
altruistic
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- feeding the hungry
- comforting the sorrowful
- helping the destitute
- healing the wounded
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
agape love
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you serve those who hurt you?
- What does “all things to all creatures” mean?
A Different Perspective
May neglect lead to hypocrisy
