Church Quote by Charles Grandison Finney
“If the presence of God is in the church, the church will draw the world in. If the presence of God is not in the church, the world will draw the church out.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Revivalist Preaching, 19th Century RevivalistIf God's presence fills the church, it attracts the world; without it, the world pulls the church away.
Divine presence determines the church's influence on society.
In simple terms: God in church draws world.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate genuine spirituality.
Themes
faith
community
influence
Mood
hopeful
serious
Type
religious
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church outreach
- cultural engagement
- spiritual renewal
Key Concepts
theology
sociology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can a community maintain spiritual focus?
- What practices sustain divine presence?
A Different Perspective
Human institutions can become self‑serving.
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