Quote by John Calvin

The Lord commands us to do good unto all men without exception, though the majority are very undeserving when judged according to their own merits... [The Scripture] teaches us that we must not think of man's real value, but only of his creation in the image of God to which we owe all possible honor and love.


The Lord commands us to do good unto all men without excepti

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of performing acts of goodness towards all individuals, regardless of their deservingness based on their actions. It suggests that instead of valuing individuals based on their own merits, it is crucial to recognize their inherent worth as beings created in the image of God. Thus, the focus should be on showing respect and love to all human beings, disregarding personal judgments or opinions about their worthiness.

By John Calvin
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