It is not only the work that calls for carefulness, but the workman also, that he may be capable for business of such importance. We have seen many men who lived as private Christians in good reputation for work and piety, when they took upon them either political or military employment, where the work was above their gifts. Temptations then overpowered their strength, and they proved to be scandalous, disgraced men.
Richard Baxter — The Reformed Pastor: The Duties and Methods of Labors for the Souls of Men [Updated and Annotated]
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