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A sermon without an application does no more good than the singingofa
skylark : itmay teach,but it does not impel; and though the preacher may be
under concern forhis audience,he does notshow it tillhe turns the subjectto
their immediateadvantage.
Also attributed to: Unknown
The point
Compares a sermon without application to the singing of a skylark—it may teach but does not impel, showing the preacher's concern only when turning the subject to immediate advantage.
Scripture
James 1:222 Timothy 4:2
Audience
AdultsSmall Group
Occasions
Worship · Preaching
Tone
Convicting · Sobering
To tell aloud
under a minute · 39 words