Christ Quote by Henry Allen Ironside
“Godliness has 'promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.' But the only way one can enter into godliness is by turning to God as a repentant sinner and receiving the Saviour He has provided in the Gospel. Therefore the crying need of our degenerate times is for a revival of true old-fashioned, Christ- centered, Bible preaching that will call upon all men everywhere to repent in view of that coming day when God will judge the world in righteousness by His Risen Son.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Revival Call, unknown venue, unknown date
True godliness requires repentance and embracing the Gospel, urging a return to Christ‑centered preaching for moral revival.
In simple terms: Repentance leads to godliness.
Key Takeaway
Seek repentance and biblical truth.
Themes
faith
repentance
revival
preaching
Mood
hopeful
serious
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- personal devotion
- public preaching
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual renewal
Questions to Reflect On
- How can modern believers apply these teachings?
- What obstacles hinder true revival?
A Different Perspective
Revival may face cultural resistance.
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