"When we contemplate the heroes of Christianity, and compare our feeble efforts with their astonishing performance and self devotion, we should fall into despair, were there not a few softening features, by which they are brought back to the ranks of humanity"

John Strachan's quote speaks to the immense appreciation we have for the heroes of Christianity. When we compare our own efforts to their amazing efficiency and self-devotion, it can be disheartening. However, Strachan reminds us that these heroes are still human, and that there are a couple of softening features that bring them back to the ranks of humankind. This is a tip that we too can strive to be like these heroes, and that we ought to not despair in our own efforts. Strachan's quote encourages us to be motivated by the heroes of Christianity, and to strive to emulate their self-devotion and efficiency. We should not be dissuaded by our own shortcomings, however instead be inspired to reach our own capacity.