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“We Christians are debtors to all men at all times in all places, but we are so smug to the lostness of men. We've been 'living in Laodicea,' lax, loose, lustful, and lazy. Why is there this criminal indifference to the lostness of men? Our condemnation is that we know how to live better than we…” quote by Leonard Ravenhill
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“We Christians are debtors to all men at all times in all places, but we are so smug to the lostness of men. We've been 'living in Laodicea,' lax, loose, lustful, and lazy. Why is there this criminal indifference to the lostness of men? Our condemnation is that we know how to live better than we are living.”

Leonard Ravenhill

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Source Sermon: The Call to Compassion, Leonard Ravenhill, 1960s

Christians often neglect caring for others, feeling superior while ignoring those in need, leading to moral complacency.

In simple terms: People ignore others while feeling superior.

Key Takeaway

Act with genuine compassion.

Themes

compassion spirituality humility social responsibility

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

ethical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • church outreach
  • personal relationships
  • community service
  • evangelism

Key Concepts

Christian ethics moral complacency indifference

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance confidence in faith with humility?
  • What practical steps can you take to help those who are lost?
A Different Perspective

Self‑righteousness can blind us to real needs.

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