Christ Quote by James Gilmour
“But I go out as a missionary not that I may follow the dictates of common sense, but that I may obey that command of Christ, 'Go into all the world and preach.' He who said 'preach,' said also, 'Go ye into and preach,' and what Christ hath joined together let not man put asunder.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Evangelical preaching, early 20th century
Missionary work follows Christ’s command to spread the gospel worldwide, despite common sense.
In simple terms: Follow Christ’s call to preach.
Key Takeaway
Heed the Great Commission.
Themes
faith
mission
obedience
religion
community
Mood
inspirational
devout
Type
religious
motivational
When to use this quote
- church outreach
- personal evangelism
- global missions
Key Concepts
Great Commission
spiritual obedience
missionary zeal
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal sacrifices are needed to obey?
- How does faith guide decisions against common sense?
A Different Perspective
Obeying divine command may conflict with practical concerns.
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