Abuse Quote by Richard Baxter
“The heart is naturally hard, and grows harder by custom in sin, especially by long abuse of mercy, neglect of the means of grace, and resisteing the spirit of grace.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Practicall Directory for the Taking of the Lord's Supper, 1656
Human hearts become tougher through repeated sinful habits, especially when mercy is misused and grace is ignored or resisted.
In simple terms: Hard hearts form from repeated sin and neglect of grace.
Key Takeaway
Guard against habits that harden your heart.
Themes
spirituality
morality
human nature
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual counseling
- ethical decision making
- community worship
Key Concepts
sin
grace
mercy
spiritual resistance
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits are hardening your heart?
- How can you actively seek grace daily?
A Different Perspective
Even with mercy, neglecting grace can still lead to hardness.
