The minister who keeps back hell from his people in his sermons is neither a faithful nor a charitable man.
J. C. RyleRead
Beware of letting small faults pass unnoticed under the idea it is a little one. There are no little things in training children; all are important. Little weeds need plucking up as much as any. Leave them alone and they will soon be great.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Small faults in behavior should not be ignored, as they can grow into larger issues. It's crucial to address all aspects of a child's upbringing.
The quote emphasizes the importance of vigilance in the upbringing of children, arguing that even what may seem like minor faults should not be allowed to persist unaddressed. J. C. Ryle suggests that seemingly trivial issues can escalate if left unattended, much like weeds in a garden that need to be removed early to prevent them from overtaking the desired plants. This perspective highlights the responsibility adults have to ensure that all facets of a child's behavior are nurtured and corrected.
Themes
UpbringingChildrenFaultsEducationParentingResponsibility
In practice
Example use cases
A parent might use this quote to remind themselves to correct small misbehaviors in their children.
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