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Altars Quote by William Barclay

“It may well be that the world is denied miracle after miracle and triumph after triumph because we will not bring to Christ what we have and what we are. If, just as we are, we would lay ourselves on the altar of service of Jesus Christ, there is no saying what Christ could do with us and through…” quote by William Barclay
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“It may well be that the world is denied miracle after miracle and triumph after triumph because we will not bring to Christ what we have and what we are. If, just as we are, we would lay ourselves on the altar of service of Jesus Christ, there is no saying what Christ could do with us and through us.”

William Barclay

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Power of Faith, William Barclay, 1975

We miss divine miracles because we with offer our whole selves in service to Christ; surrender unlocks greater possibilities.

In simple terms: Not offering ourselves limits Christ’s work through us.

Key Takeaway

Surrender fully to enable greater impact.

Themes

faith service humility potential

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • volunteering
  • mission work
  • community service

Key Concepts

theology spiritual surrender divine partnership

Questions to Reflect On

  • What parts of yourself are you reluctant to give?
  • How could full surrender change your influence?
A Different Perspective

If we hold back parts of ourselves, we limit what can be achieved together.

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