It is a severe Rebuke upon us, that God makes us so many Allowances, and we make so few to our Neighbor: As if Charity had nothing to do with Religion; Or Love with Faith, that ought to work by it. (549)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- God allows us many mistakes, but we rarely extend the same charity to others.
- In plain terms
- God forgives us often but we rarely forgive others as much.
- What can you take from it?
- Extend to others the same charity and allowance God gives you.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you harder on others than God?
- Why is it hard to forgive?
Another view
Some believe strict standards are necessary to maintain integrity.
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