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The church is always to be under the Word; she must be; we…

“The church is always to be under the Word; she must be; we must keep her there. You must not assume that because the church started correctly, she will continue so. She did not do so in the New Testament times; she has not done so since. Without being constantly reformed by the Word the church…” quote by Martyn Lloyd-Jones
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“The church is always to be under the Word; she must be; we must keep her there. You must not assume that because the church started correctly, she will continue so. She did not do so in the New Testament times; she has not done so since. Without being constantly reformed by the Word the church becomes something very different.”

Martyn Lloyd-Jones

About This Quote

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

The church must remain under Scripture; without continual reformation, it drifts from its original purpose.

In simple terms: Church needs constant Scripture guidance.

Key Takeaway

Keep the church rooted in Scripture.

Themes

faith church doctrine reformation

Mood

reflective serious

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • congregational meetings
  • denominational leadership
  • personal study
  • mission work

Key Concepts

scriptural authority ecclesiastical integrity continuous renewal

Questions to Reflect On

  • What practices keep a community aligned with its founding principles?
  • How can believers balance tradition with necessary reform?
A Different Perspective

Historical traditions can resist change.

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