My goal is GOD HIMSELF. Not joy, not peace, not even blessing but HIMSELF...my GOD.
Leonard RavenhillRead
The world has lost the power to blush over its vice; the Church has lost her power to weep over it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects a lament for society's moral decline and the Church's failure to respond with sorrow and repentance.
Leonard Ravenhill's quote critiques the current state of societal morals, suggesting that people no longer feel shame for their wrongdoings, while the Church, which traditionally serves as a moral compass, has also become desensitized and lacks the emotional response of remorse. This indicates a deeper issue of moral apathy and the need for a revival of both individual conscience and collective spiritual accountability.
Themes
MoralityChurchViceShameSorrow
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon discussing societal decline, a pastor may reference this quote to illustrate the need for repentance.
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