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When the saint ceases to seek after holiness, purity…

“When the saint ceases to seek after holiness, purity, righteousness, truth; when he ceases to pray, stops reading the Word and gives way to carnal appetites, then it is that Satan comes.” quote by Smith Wigglesworth
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“When the saint ceases to seek after holiness, purity, righteousness, truth; when he ceases to pray, stops reading the Word and gives way to carnal appetites, then it is that Satan comes.”

Smith Wigglesworth

About This Quote

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

Spiritual neglect leads to moral decline, allowing negative influences to dominate.

In simple terms: Neglecting faith invites trouble.

Key Takeaway

Maintain spiritual discipline.

Themes

faith discipline morality

Mood

reflective cautionary

Type

religious ethical

When to use this quote

  • daily prayer
  • scripture study
  • church fellowship
  • ethical decision making

Key Concepts

spiritual warfare holiness temptation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What practices keep your faith active?
  • How do you discern spiritual influence?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on fear may discourage questioning.

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