Blessing Quote by Theodore L. Cuyler
“Any church which forsakes the regular and uniform for the periodical and spasmodic service of God, is doomed to decay; any church which relies for its spiritual strength and growth entirely upon seasons of "revival," will very soon have no genuine revivals to rely on. Our holy God will not conform His blessings to man's moods and moral caprice. If a church is declining, it may require a "revival" to restore it; but what need was there of its declining?”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Preaching on Revival, 1865
Reliance on sporadic revivals weakens a church; steady practice sustains growth.
In simple terms: Consistent worship beats occasional spikes.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate regular spiritual habits.
Themes
faith
community
discipline
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- personal devotion
- community building
Key Concepts
theology
institutional health
ritual practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can a congregation maintain vitality year‑round?
- What practices foster lasting spiritual growth?
A Different Perspective
Revivals can be fleeting and unreliable.
