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“It requires as much reflection and wisdom to know what is not to be put into a sermon, as what is.” quote by Lord David Cecil
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“It requires as much reflection and wisdom to know what is not to be put into a sermon, as what is.”

Lord David Cecil

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Source Book: The Art of Sermon Writing, Lord David Cecil, 1935

Effective sermons require discernment of both inclusion and exclusion; wisdom lies in knowing what to omit.

In simple terms: Know what to leave out of a sermon.

Key Takeaway

Practice selective inclusion.

Themes

communication wisdom editing religion

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • preaching
  • public speaking
  • teaching

Key Concepts

rhetoric critical thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What should you exclude for clarity?
  • How does omission shape meaning?
A Different Perspective

Over‑editing can dilute message.

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