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Christianity Quote by George Whitefield

“It is an undoubted truth that every doctrine that comes from God, leads to God; and that which doth not tend to promote holiness is not of God.” quote by George Whitefield
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“It is an undoubted truth that every doctrine that comes from God, leads to God; and that which doth not tend to promote holiness is not of God.”

George Whitefield

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Source Sermon: The Doctrine of God, 1765

True teachings from God guide toward holiness; anything that does not promote holiness is not divine.

In simple terms: Godly teachings lead to holiness; non‑holy teachings are not from God.

Key Takeaway

Seek teachings that foster holiness.

Themes

faith holiness doctrine

Mood

reflective serious

Type

theological didactic

When to use this quote

  • personal study
  • church preaching
  • ethical decision making

Key Concepts

theology spiritual discernment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you test if a teaching promotes holiness?
  • What criteria define a God‑centered doctrine?
A Different Perspective

Not all claimed religious teachings are truly divine; discernment needed.

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