Funny Quote by Lord David Cecil
“It requires as much reflection and wisdom to know what is not to be put into a sermon, as what is.”
About This Quote
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.
Practice selective inclusion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- preaching
- public speaking
- teaching
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What should you exclude for clarity?
- How does omission shape meaning?
Over‑editing can dilute message.