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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A good example is far better than a good precept.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Demonstrating good behavior is more effective than merely telling others how to behave.
This quote by Dwight L. Moody emphasizes the importance of leading by example rather than relying solely on words or teachings to influence others. It suggests that actions speak louder than words, and that witnessing positive behavior can inspire others more effectively than verbal instructions alone.
Themes
ExamplePreceptBehaviorInfluenceTeachingLeadership
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting, you might quote Moody to encourage team leaders to model positive behaviors.
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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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