I Want to Go to Congress
StoryHistorical Account★★★★Lincoln once attended a camp meeting of a famous evangelist. During the progress of the meeting the preacher said: “All who want to go to heaven stand up.” When Lincoln didn’t stand up, the preacher said: “Do you want to go to hell, Mr. Lincoln?” “No,” smiled the youthful Lincoln, “I want to go to Congress.” 237
— QUESTION
Also attributed to: Unknown, Abraham Lincoln
The point
A young Abraham Lincoln, when asked whether he wanted to go to heaven or hell, replies that he wants to go to Congress, revealing his earthly ambition.
Scripture
Matthew 6:33Matthew 6:19-20Matthew 16:26Colossians 3:2Philippians 3:19-20
Audience
AdultsYouthSmall Group
Tone
Humorous · Sobering · Convicting
To tell aloud
under a minute · 69 words