Church Quote by Richard Baxter
“Never does sin so reign in the Church or State, as when it has gained reputation,or, at least, is no disgrace to the sinner,nor is a matter od offence to we who behold it.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Reformed Pastor, 1656
When sin becomes socially accepted, it spreads more easily in institutions, as people no longer see it as shameful.
In simple terms: Sin spreads when it’s seen as normal.
Key Takeaway
Challenge accepted of sin.
Themes
morality
society
hypocrisy
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- government policy
- public discourse
- media representation
Key Concepts
social acceptance
institutional decay
Questions to Reflect On
- How does social acceptance affect personal ethics?
- Can institutions reform without confronting reputation?
A Different Perspective
Even with reputation, personal conscience can still resist.
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