As precious as life itself is our heritage of individual freedom, for man's free agency is a God-given gift.
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Children are more influenced by sermons you act than by sermons you preach.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Children learn more from your actions than your words.
This quote emphasizes the importance of leading by example, particularly in the context of parenting and teaching. It suggests that children are more likely to absorb lessons and values from what they see their role models do rather than what they are simply told to do, highlighting the significance of consistent behavior in shaping a child's character.
Themes
ChildrenInfluenceActionsTeachSermons
In practice
Example use cases
A teacher is reminding parents during a school meeting that their behavior significantly impacts their children's learning.
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