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.
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If I could relive my life, I would devote my entire ministry to reaching children for God!
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep desire to focus on children in one's spiritual work.
Dwight L. Moody reflects on his life and ministry, expressing that if given the chance to live again, he would dedicate all his efforts to influencing and reaching children for God. This sentiment highlights the importance of guiding the younger generation in their spiritual journey, emphasizing that children are crucial to the future of faith and ministry.
Themes
ChildrenMinistryFaithInfluenceGod
In practice
Example use cases
A motivational speaker might use this quote to inspire youth workers at a conference.
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'Faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the Word of God' (Rom. 10:17). That is whence faith comes. It is not for me to sit down and wait for faith to come stealing over me with a strong sensation, but is for me to take God at His Word.
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There is no greater honour than to be the instrument in God's hands of leading one person out of the kingdom of Satan into the glorious light of Heaven.
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Many a professing Christian is a stumbling-block because his worship is divided. On Sunday he worships God; on weekdays God has little or no place in his thoughts.
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Let us expect that God is going to use us. Let us have courage and go forward, looking to God to do great things.
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