If you want the Kingdom speeded, go out and speed it yourselves. Only obedience rationalizes prayer. Only Missions can redeem your intercessions from insincerity.
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Expect great things from God, attempt great things for God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes having faith in God's potential while also encouraging proactive actions to achieve significant outcomes for Him.
William Carey's quote inspires believers to have lofty expectations of what God can accomplish, while simultaneously motivating them to take bold and meaningful actions to fulfill their faith. It reflects the idea that a strong belief in divine possibilities should drive a person to actively engage in endeavors that further God's mission.
Themes
FaithGreatnessAspirationActionGod
In practice
Example use cases
During a church service to inspire faith-based actions.
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