Assuming Quote by Mark Dever
“I assume that normally the Lord will be bringing people to himself through the instrumentality of the preached word. However, we have to be very careful that we don't assume that if we are 'X' faithful in evangelism, then we will see 'Y' results right now. It doesn't work like that.”
About This Quote
Evangelism depends on preaching, but results are not immediate or guaranteed; patience and humility are required.
In simple terms: Preaching doesn't promise instant results.
Key Takeaway
Faithful outreach may not yield immediate outcomes.
Themes
religion
faith
patience
humility
Mood
thoughtful
humble
Type
theological insight
practical advice
When to use this quote
- church outreach planning
- missionary training
- personal devotional practice
Key Concepts
spiritual growth
expectation management
Practical Applications
- Set realistic timelines for spiritual impact
- Emphasize relational discipleship over metrics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure spiritual progress?
- What role does patience play in ministry?
A Different Perspective
Some traditions claim miraculous, rapid responses to prayer.
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