--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: If missions languish, it is because the…" description: "\"If missions languish, it is because the whole life of godliness is feeble. The command to go everywhere and preach to everybody is not obeyed until the..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f65/anonymous-1_command_if-missions-languish-it-is-because-the-w_189522.jpg" --- # If missions languish, it is because the whole life of… ![“If missions languish, it is because the whole life of godliness is feeble. The command to go everywhere and preach to everybody is not obeyed until the will is lost by self-surrender in the will of God. Living, praying, giving and going will always be found together.” quote by Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f65/anonymous-1_command_if-missions-languish-it-is-because-the-w_189522.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f65/anonymous-1_command_if-missions-languish-it-is-because-the-w_189522.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f65/anonymous-1_command_if-missions-languish-it-is-because-the-w_189522.jpg) > “If missions languish, it is because the whole life of godliness is feeble. The command to go everywhere and preach to everybody is not obeyed until the will is lost by self-surrender in the will of God. Living, praying, giving and going will always be found together.” [Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/anonymous/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The quote warns that neglecting missionary work signals a weak spiritual life; true devotion requires active service, prayer, generosity, and surrender to divine will. **In simple terms:** Neglecting mission shows weak faith; true devotion needs active service and surrender. Key Takeaway Cultivate active service and surrender to God. Themes faith mission service spirituality Mood reflective serious Type theological motivational When to use this quote - church outreach - personal prayer - charitable giving - volunteer work Key Concepts surrender obedience holiness Questions to Reflect On - How does active service strengthen personal faith? - What obstacles prevent surrender to divine will? 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