Beware of the Little Sins

19 Oct

“Nothing darkens the eyes of the mind so much, and deadens the conscience so surely, as an allowed sin. It may be a little one, but it is not the less dangerous for all that. A small leak will sink a great ship, and a small spark will kindle a great fire, and a little allowed sin in like manner will ruin an immortal soul. Take my advice, and never spare a little sin.”

~ J.C. Ryle

Thoughts For Young Men, 46.

2 Responses to “Beware of the Little Sins”

  1. Debbie Hullett October 19, 2009 at 9:29 am #

    I needed this today. People disappoint us. Brethren hurt us. But we have to remember Jesus and how he was betrayed and over looked but never allowed it to cause him to sin.

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