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“I had but one joy, the apple of the eye of my delights , to preach Christ my Lord” quote by Samuel Rutherford
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“I had but one joy, the apple of the eye of my delights , to preach Christ my Lord”

Samuel Rutherford

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Joy of the Soul, 1655

The speaker finds his sole delight in preaching Christ, seeing it as his greatest joy and purpose.

In simple terms: Preaching Christ is his only joy.

Key Takeaway

Focus on spiritual purpose.

Themes

faith joy purpose

Mood

reverent reflective

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • church service
  • personal devotion
  • missionary work

Key Concepts

Christian devotion spiritual fulfillment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What gives your life deeper meaning?
  • How can you balance spiritual and personal joys?
A Different Perspective

May overlook other life joys.

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