Obey Quote by Thomas Watson
““To obey God, is not so much our duty—as our privilege; his commands carry food in the mouth of them. He bids us repent—and why? That our sins may be blotted out. Acts 3:19. He commands us to believe—and why? That we may be saved. Acts 16:31. There is love in every command. It is as if a king should bid one of his subjects dig in a gold mine, and then keep the gold for himself.””
About This Quote
Obeying God is portrayed as a privileged act of love, not merely duty, with commands offering spiritual nourishment and salvation.
In simple terms: Following God is a loving privilege, not just duty.
Key Takeaway
Embrace divine commands as love.
Themes
faith
obedience
spiritual nourishment
Mood
reverent
inspired
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious discourse
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
theology
religious practice
personal devotion
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “privilege” mean in your faith?
- How do you experience love in spiritual commands?
A Different Perspective
Viewing obedience purely as duty can miss its relational depth.
