Words From The Word

From Complacency to Action: Reviving the Church


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The speaker shares his thoughts about complacency among churchgoers, encouraging them to be more active and committed to God in their daily lives. He criticizes those who simply perform godly actions but do not have faith in them. The speaker also warns about outward displays of faith that lack inner conviction, raising concern about 'sleeping churches' where the congregants are spiritually lazy and lack compassion. This lack of genuine devotion, according to the speaker, allows the devil to advance his cause. He emphasizes the responsibility of the faithful to help guide people towards God, and the importance of living a life that truly reflects one's faith. The speaker ends by pleading for a more committed and active approach to faith, especially as he sees young people straying from the church.


00:00 Introduction and Purpose

01:27 The Importance of Church and Faith

01:48 Characteristics of a Complacent Church

02:36 The Danger of Outward Professions

03:58 The Perils of Complacency and Laziness

05:03 The Enemy Never Sleeps

05:39 The Satisfied Church

06:00 The Call to Action

06:57 The Church in Laodicea

08:12 The Need for Disturbance

09:13 The Prayer for Help

09:45 Conclusion and Gratitude

10:03 Farewell and Invitation for Next Session

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Words From The WordBy Good News Baptist Church of St. Maarten

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