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A QUICKENING that will last must come through the Word of…

“A QUICKENING that will last must come through the Word of God. A man stood up in one of our meetings and said he hoped for enough out of the series of meetings to last him all his life. I told him he might as well try to eat enough breakfast at one time to last him his lifetime. That is a mistake…” quote by D.L. Moody
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““A QUICKENING that will last must come through the Word of God. A man stood up in one of our meetings and said he hoped for enough out of the series of meetings to last him all his life. I told him he might as well try to eat enough breakfast at one time to last him his lifetime. That is a mistake that people are making; they are running to religious meetings and they think the meetings are going to do the work. But if these don’t bring you into closer contact with the Word of God, the whole impression will be gone in three months.””

D.L. Moody

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Spiritual growth requires ongoing engagement with Scripture, not one‑time events; short‑term fixes fade quickly.

In simple terms: Faith needs daily practice, not a single boost.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate continuous study of sacred texts.

Themes

faith spirituality discipline

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

religious practical

When to use this quote

  • daily devotion
  • Bible study groups
  • personal meditation

Key Concepts

theology habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you integrate daily Scripture reading?
  • What habits support lasting spiritual growth?
A Different Perspective

One‑off experiences cannot sustain deep faith.

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