Calm Quote by Samuel Rutherford
“Desires going before conversion are not such as can calm a storming conscience.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian's Duty, 1658
Desires that precede true conversion disturb the conscience and prevent peace.
In simple terms: Desires before conversion upset conscience.
Key Takeaway
Align desires with genuine conversion.
Themes
spirituality
conscience
conversion
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual counseling
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
moral conflict
inner turmoil
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile lingering desires with new convictions?
- Can true conversion ever fully silence prior cravings?
A Different Perspective
Desires may persist even after conversion, causing inner conflict.
