Let every man of whatsoever craft or occupation he be of... serve his brethren.
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For we love not God first, to compel him to love again; but he loved us first, and gave his Son for us, that we might see love and love again, saith St John in his first epistle.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes that God's love precedes ours, highlighting the concept of unconditional love.
William Tyndale conveys the idea that divine love is not a reaction but a primary force that initiates our capacity to love in return. It elucidates the significance of recognizing that we are loved first, encouraging a reciprocal love that stems from understanding and gratitude for this divine grace.
Themes
LoveGodUnconditionalRelationshipFaith
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon about the nature of divine love.
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