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“Christ's voice sounds now for each of us in loving invitation; and dead in sin and hardness of heart though we be, we can listen and live. Christ Himself, my brother, sows the seed now. Do you take care that it falls not on, but in, your souls.” quote by Alexander MacLaren
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“Christ's voice sounds now for each of us in loving invitation; and dead in sin and hardness of heart though we be, we can listen and live. Christ Himself, my brother, sows the seed now. Do you take care that it falls not on, but in, your souls.”

Alexander MacLaren

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Unknown Christian preaching, date unknown

Christ invites each person to listen and live, despite sin and hardness of heart, urging care for the seed in our souls.

In simple terms: Christ calls us to listen and nurture faith despite sin.

Key Takeaway

Guard your heart and nurture spiritual growth.

Themes

faith spirituality listening obedience

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

inspirational theological

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • church gatherings
  • daily meditation
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

Christian doctrine personal responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep your heart open to spiritual invitation?
  • What practices help you nurture the seed of faith?
A Different Perspective

Human hardness can block hearing; requires humility.

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