Quote by John Green

I am going to take this bucket of water and pour it on the flames of hell, and then I am going to use this torch to burn down the gates of paradise so that people will not love God for want of heaven or fear of hell, but because He is God.

I am going to take this bucket of water and pour it on the f

Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that true devotion to God should be driven by genuine love and belief, rather than driven by the desires for reward or fear of punishment. The speaker symbolizes rejecting the traditional motives of seeking heaven and avoiding hell and instead aims to promote a sincere connection with God, appreciating and loving Him for His divine nature alone. It suggests that one's faith should be pure, selfless, and rooted in an understanding of God's intrinsic value, independent of any external determinants.

By John Green

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