Add Quote by William Gurnall
“God is very precise in this point; he will say to such as invent ways to worship him of their own, coin means to mortify corruption, obtain comfort in their own mint: 'Who hath required this at your hands?' This is truly to be 'righteous over-much,' as Solomon speaks, when we will pretend to correct God's law, and add supplements of our own to his rule.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Christian in by William Gurnall, 1651
Attempting to add personal rules to divine law leads to self‑righteousness and corruption.
In simple terms: Adding personal rules to God’s law is dangerous.
Key Takeaway
Avoid imposing personal agendas on spiritual teachings.
Themes
religion
humility
authority
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- church leadership
- ethical decision making
- spiritual study
Key Concepts
theology
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates you to add personal rules?
- How can humility guide religious practice?
A Different Perspective
Human nature often seeks to control the uncontrollable.
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