To be spiritually dead is to be diabolically alive
R. C. SproulRead
Seeking God? We have totally revised corporate worship services to be sensitive to "seekers." If worship were to be tailored for seekers, it would be directed exclusively to believers, for no one except believers ever seeks God (Rom. 3:9-12).
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote critiques the idea of tailoring worship for non-believers, emphasizing that true seekers of God are believers.
R. C. Sproul's quote reflects on the nature of worship and its purpose, arguing that genuine seekers of God are those who already have faith. He suggests that the concept of adjusting worship services to attract non-believers is misguided, as only believers actively seek a relationship with God, as referenced in Romans 3:9-12. Instead, corporate worship should focus on the edification of believers, rather than attempting to accommodate those who do not yet believe.
Themes
WorshipBelieversSeekingGodFaith
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon about the purpose of worship in church.
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