It is the distinguishing glory of Christianity not to rest satisfied with superficial appearances, but to rectify the motives, and purify the heart.
William WilberforceRead
I must secure more time for private devotions. I have been living far too public for me. The shortening of devotions starves the soul, it grows lean and faint. I have been keeping too late hours.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of personal reflection and spiritual time in one's life.
William Wilberforce expresses a yearning for more time dedicated to personal devotions, indicating that living too publicly can diminish one's inner spiritual life. He suggests that neglecting this private time can lead to a weakened soul, which is essential for personal well-being and growth.
Themes
DevotionSpiritualityReflectionPublic LifePersonal Growth
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about self-care and personal well-being.
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