Causes Quote by Kenneth E. Hagin
“If what you hear preached doesn't cause faith to come and build faith in your spirit, then it either isn't the Word of God or else you're not hearing it”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Faith and Hearing, Kenneth E. Hagin, 1975
True spiritual teaching must inspire personal faith; without that effect it is either not divine or not truly received.
In simple terms: Faith must be sparked by the word.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine, faith‑building messages.
Themes
faith
spirituality
revelation
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- church services
- personal study
- prayer groups
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
divine authority
personal transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you truly hearing the message?
- How can you test if a teaching builds faith?
A Different Perspective
If the message is misunderstood, it may still be divine but ineffective.
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