The minister who keeps back hell from his people in his sermons is neither a faithful nor a charitable man.
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My chief desire in all my writings, is to exalt the Lord Jesus Christ and make Him beautiful and glorious in the eyes of people; and to promote the increase of repentance, faith, and holiness upon earth.
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What this quote means
The quote expresses the author's desire to glorify Jesus Christ through his writing and to inspire spiritual growth in readers.
J. C. Ryle emphasizes the importance of showcasing the beauty and glory of Jesus Christ in his writings. He aims not only to uplift Christ in the eyes of people but also to foster a sense of repentance, faith, and holiness, conveying a message that spiritual enlightenment and growth are central to his work and purpose.
Themes
JesusGloryFaithRepentanceHolinessWriting
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared in a motivational speech at a church gathering.
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