We are told to let our light shine, and if it does, we won't need to tell anybody it does. Lighthouses don't fire cannons to call attention to their shining- they just shine.
Dwight L. MoodyRead
The resurrection is the keystone of the arch on which our faith is supported. If Christ has not risen, we must impeach all those witnesses for lying. If Christ has not risen, we have no proof that the crucifixion of Jesus differed from that of the two thieves who suffered with him. If Christ has not risen, it is impossible to believe his atoning death was accepted.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The resurrection of Christ is fundamental to the Christian faith; without it, the basis of belief falters.
This quote by Dwight L. Moody emphasizes the centrality of the resurrection in Christianity, arguing that if Jesus did not rise from the dead, then the entire foundation of Christian faith collapses. Moody asserts that the resurrection provides validation to the crucifixion and signifies the acceptance of Jesus's sacrifice, making it essential for believers to defend the truth of this event, as it bears the weight of their faith and understanding of salvation.
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ResurrectionFaithChristianityAtonementJesus
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon discussing the importance of faith, one might quote Moody to underline the significance of the resurrection.
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