“It is past all question, and agreed on by all sides, that no religion will save a man who is not serious, sincere, and diligent in it. If thou be of the truest religion in the world, and are not true thyself to that religion, the religion is good, but it is none of thine.”
Quote by Richard Baxter
Work
The Practical Works of the Rev. Richard Baxter: With a Life of the Author, and a Critical Examination of His Writings
The Practical Works of the Rev. Richard Baxter is a comprehensive collection of the religious and theological writings of Richard Baxter, an influential English Puritan minister. The volume not only gathers Baxter's practical treatises but also features a detailed biography of the author and a critical evaluation of his contributions to religious thought and practice. more
Author
Richard Baxter
Richard Baxter was an English poet, born on November 12, 1615, and died on December 8, 1691. Known for his religious poetry and theological writings, Baxter held a significant position in English literature during the 17th century. more
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