Almost all men, and those that seem to be very miserable, love life, because they cannot bear to lose sight of such a beautiful and lovely world. The ideas, that every moment whilst we live have a beauty that we take not distinct notice of, brings a pleasure that, when we come to the trial, we had rather live in much pain and misery than lose.
Jonathan EdwardsA man who knows that he lives in sin against God will not be inclined to come daily into the presence of God.
Jonathan EdwardsTemples have their images; and we see what influence they have always had over a great part of mankind. But, in truth, the ideas and images in men's minds are the invisible powers that constantly govern them; and to these they all pay universally a ready submission.
Jonathan EdwardsResolved, that I will do whatsoever I think to be most to Godโs glory, and my own good, profit and pleasure, in the whole of my duration, without any consideration of the time, whether now, or never so many myriadโs of ages hence. Resolved to do whatever I think to be my duty and most for the good and advantage of mankind in general. Resolved to do this, whatever difficulties I meet with, how many and how great soever.
Jonathan Edwards