Until we take seriously God's definition of the church and stop just 'having church,' we will not see transformation in our society.
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Help me, Lord, to remember that religion is not to be confined to the church... nor exercised only in prayer and meditation, but that every where I am in Thy Presence
Interpretation
Religion encompasses all aspects of life, not just rituals or prayers.
This quote by Susanna Wesley emphasizes that the practice of faith should extend beyond the walls of the church and into everyday life. It suggests that one’s awareness of the divine presence should influence all actions and interactions, reminding believers that spirituality is a holistic experience that integrates with daily living.
In practice
In a speech about community service, one could use this quote to underline the importance of acting with faith in everyday endeavors.
Until we take seriously God's definition of the church and stop just 'having church,' we will not see transformation in our society.
It occurs to me: why is it mainly women, who to pass on the faith? Simply because the one who brought us Jesus is a woman. It is the path chosen by Jesus. He wanted to have a mother: the gift of faith comes to us through women, as Jesus came to us through Mary.
I am and always will be a Muslim. My religion is Islam.
It is now for the Catholic Church to bend herself to her work with calmness and generosity. It is for you to observe her with renewed and friendly attention.
Take away the Book of Mormon and the revelations, and where is our religion? We have none.
I saw that giving even all my life to God (supposing it possible to do this and go no further) would profit me nothing unless I gave my heart, yea, all my heart, to Him.
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