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title: 'Essays on the Distinguishing Traits of Christian Character'
type: pdf
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authors:
- 'Gardiner Spring'
date: 1813-01-01
collection: 'Archives'
subcollection: '19th century'
topics:
- 'Character and Conduct of Life'
- 'Personal Piety'
- 'Devotional (General)'
scriptures:
- 'Romans 5'
- 'Matthew 23'
- 'Hebrews 6'
url: https://confessional.org/archives/19th-century/spring-1813-essays-on-the-distinguishing-traits-of-christian-character
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# Essays on the Distinguishing Traits of Christian Character

Gardiner Spring contrasts true Christian character with mere morality and formal religion, arguing genuine piety springs from heart motives—faith, repentance, and love by the Holy Spirit.

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