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
Surely the experience of all good men confirms the proposition that without a due measure of private devotions the soul will grow lean.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Regular personal devotion is essential for spiritual health.
William Wilberforce emphasizes the idea that engaging in personal devotion or spiritual practices is necessary for nurturing the soul. Without these practices, individuals may find themselves spiritually malnourished or lacking in inner fulfillment, much like a physical body that does not receive adequate nutrition.
Themes
DevotionSoulSpiritualityInner PeaceNourishment
In practice
Example use cases
A pastor might quote this during a sermon about the importance of prayer.
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No one expects to attain to the height of learning, or arts, or power, or wealth, or military glory, without vigorous resolution, strenuous diligence, and steady perseverance. Yet we expect to be Christians without labour, study, or inquiry.
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O what a blessing is Sunday, interposed between the waves of worldly business like the divine path of the Israelites through the sea! There is nothing in which I would advise you to be more strictly conscientious than in keeping the Sabbath day holy. I can truly declare that to me the Sabbath has been invaluable.
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