Quotes by George Bethune

George Bethune (1805–1862) — Pastor, Prediger, Kirchenlieddichter und theologischer Schriftsteller · Reformiert · USA

George Washington Bethune war ein US-amerikanischer reformierter Pastor, Kanzelredner und Lieddichter des 19. Jahrhunderts, der Gemeinden in Philadelphia und Brooklyn leitete. Bekannt für seine rhetorische Begabung, verfasste er Kirchenlieder sowie Auslegungen zum Heidelberger Katechismus und engagierte sich in der American Colonization Society. Heutigen Bibellesern begegnet er durch Andachtstexte und Hymnen, die eine bildhafte, christuszentrierte Frömmigkeit der reformierten Tradition vermitteln.

Era: Revival & the 19th Century

Recurring topics: Growth & Character, Ethical Questions, Eternity & Hope Beyond Death, Discipleship, Service & Love of Neighbour, Wisdom & Understanding

Quotes by George Bethune

Perhaps no grace is less prayed for, or less cultivated than gentleness. Indeed it is considered rather as belonging to natural disposition or external manners, than as a Christian virtue; and seldom do we reflect that not to be gentle is sin.

George Bethune

And so in the judgment day, the inquiry will be made not into our opinions or professions alone, but into our deeds, as proving the correctness of our faith and the sincerity of our professions.

George Bethune

True goodness is not merely impulsive, but rational and considerate – It will therefore pause, and be at some trouble to inquire what service, and how best may it be rendered… Goodness should be willing to give time, and thought, and patience, and even labor; not mere money and kind words and compassionate looks.

George Bethune

Sources: wikipedia.org, hymnallibrary.org, christianity.com, hymninfo.com

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