My goal is GOD HIMSELF. Not joy, not peace, not even blessing but HIMSELF...my GOD.
Leonard RavenhillRead
The true man of God is heartsick, grieved at the worldliness of the Church, grieved at the toleration of sin in the Church, grieved at the prayerlessness in the Church. He is disturbed that the corporate prayer of the Church no longer pulls down the strongholds of the devil.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A true follower of God is deeply troubled by the moral decline and lack of spiritual fervor within the Church.
The quote by Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the distress experienced by a genuine believer when observing the secular influences and moral failures within the Church community. It highlights a concern for the spiritual health of the Church, particularly in areas such as tolerance of sin, lack of collective prayer, and the diminishing power of prayer to confront evil. This sorrow reflects a deeper longing for authenticity and spiritual vitality among believers.
Themes
FaithChurchPrayerSinSpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon about spiritual renewal, this quote could serve as a powerful point to inspire reflection on the Church's role.
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