The great object of the Christian is duty; his predominant desire to obey God. When he can please the world consistently with these, he will do so; otherwise it is enough for him that God commands, and enough for them that he cannot disobey.


Essays on the Distinguishing Traits of Christian Character (ed. 1819)

Gardiner Spring Quotes

The great object of the Christian is duty; his predominant desire to obey God. When he can please the world consistently with these, he will do so;...

The great object of the Christian is duty; his predominant desire to obey God. When he can please the world consistently with these, he will do so;...

The great object of the Christian is duty; his predominant desire to obey God. When he can please the world consistently with these, he will do so;...

The great object of the Christian is duty; his predominant desire to obey God. When he can please the world consistently with these, he will do so;...