"Our intentions may be very good, but, because the intelligence is limited, the action may turn out to be a mistake - a mistake, but not necessarily a sin, for sin comes out of a wrong intention"
- E. Stanley Jones
About this Quote
This quote by E. Stanley Jones talks to the concept that our intents are not constantly reflected in our actions. Also if we have the best of objectives, our minimal knowledge can lead us to make mistakes. These errors might not be sins, as transgression is a result of a wrong intention. This quote motivates us to be conscious of our intentions as well as to be familiar with our limitations. It is very important to identify that our intents may not always be mirrored in our actions, and that blunders can be made with the best of intentions. We ought to make every effort to be familiar with our limitations and also to be mindful of our objectives to avoid making blunders.