We must be global Christians with a global vision because our God is a global God.
John StottRead
If we truly worship God, acknowledging and adoring his infinite worth, we find ourselves impelled to make him known to others, in order that they may worship him too. Thus worship leads to witness, and witness in its turn to worship, in a perpetual circle.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True worship of God inspires us to share our faith with others, creating a continuous cycle of worship and witness.
John Stott's quote suggests that genuine worship of God not only acknowledges his greatness but also drives believers to share their experience with others. This act of witnessing about God's worth ultimately leads to more worship, creating an ongoing and reciprocal relationship between worship and witness, thus enriching the faith community.
Themes
WorshipWitnessGodFaithCommunity
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon about the importance of faith, one might use this quote to illustrate the cycle of worship.
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