The operation of the Church is entirely set up for the sinner; which creates much misunderstanding among the smug.”( August 9, 1955)

Flannery OConnor
The operation of the Church is entirely set up for...
The operation of the Church is entirely set up for...
The operation of the Church is entirely set up for...
The operation of the Church is entirely set up for...
About This Quote

When the religion of Christianity is interpreted as a means to get people into heaven, it is called pride. When it is interpreted as a means to help people get on with their lives without being judged for their actions, it is called humility. In the above quote from the First Sunday after Easter, Church leaders were commenting on a lack of humility in the Church. They specifically mentioned that there is a misunderstanding among smug Christians.

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