"Among the many reasons assignable for the sad decay of true Christianity, perhaps the neglecting to assemble ourselves together, in religious societies, may not be one of the least"
- George Whitefield
About this Quote
In this quote, George Whitefield is talking about the decrease of real Christianity and suggests that a person of the reasons for this decrease is the overlook of event together in spiritual neighborhoods. He believes that coming together in spiritual societies is a crucial aspect of practicing and preserving the real essence of Christianity. By disregarding to assemble together, individuals may be missing out on the assistance, guidance, and fellowship that comes from belonging of a spiritual community. Whitefield suggests that this disregard may be among the lesser recognized factors for the decrease of true Christianity, but it is still a significant factor to think about.
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