America Needs A Tidal Wave of the Old Time Religion (Clip)
Billy Sunday passionately calls for a powerful revival of genuine, old-time religion to transform a morally decaying America and bind the nation to Christ.
This sermon emphasizes the immense value and wealth of biblical figures like Abraham, David, and Solomon, drawing parallels to modern-day billionaires. It calls for a revival of the 'old-time religion' in America, urging a return to God's ways and a commitment to spreading the message of Christ's love and salvation to counter the prevailing sins and vices of society.
Full Transcript
According to our standard of gold and silver, Abraham was worth a billion and a half dollars. David was worth three billion. Solomon was worth five billion.
Solomon could have hired Andrew Carnegie for a butler, J. Pierpont Moore to cut his lawn, and Andrew Mellon for a shopper, and John Dee to black his boots. America needs a tidal wave of the old-time religion. America needs to be taken down to God's bathhouse and behold, a turn on her, and the time isn't far distant when the wheels of God's judgment are going to go sweeping through this old God-hating world, and I want to take a pledge in this audience to join me in a pledge that you will never rest until this old God-hating, Christ-hating, whiskey-soaked, Sabbath-breaking, blaspheming, infidel, bootlegging old world is bound to the cross of Jesus Christ by the golden chains of love.
Sermon Outline
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- Illustrate the immense value of biblical figures like Abraham, David, and Solomon
- Contrast earthly wealth with spiritual riches
- Emphasize the need for spiritual awakening in America
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- Describe the moral decay and godlessness in the world
- Warn of impending divine judgment sweeping through the earth
- Call for a personal and collective pledge to fight against sin
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- Urge binding the world to Christ through love and faith
- Highlight the power of the cross as a unifying symbol
- Encourage persistent effort until revival is achieved
Key Quotes
“America needs a tidal wave of the old-time religion.” — Billy Sunday
“The time isn't far distant when the wheels of God's judgment are going to go sweeping through this old God-hating world.” — Billy Sunday
“You will never rest until this old God-hating, Christ-hating, whiskey-soaked, Sabbath-breaking, blaspheming, infidel, bootlegging old world is bound to the cross of Jesus Christ by the golden chains of love.” — Billy Sunday
Application Points
- Commit to pursuing a genuine, heartfelt faith that impacts personal and national life.
- Recognize the urgency of moral revival in society and actively participate in it.
- Bind yourself and others to Christ through love and steadfast devotion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Billy Sunday mean by 'old-time religion'?
He refers to a sincere, heartfelt Christianity marked by repentance, holiness, and fervent faith as practiced in earlier revival movements.
Why does the speaker emphasize a 'tidal wave' of religion?
To convey the overwhelming and transformative power needed to change the moral state of the nation.
What is the significance of the 'golden chains of love'?
It symbolizes the binding power of Christ’s love that unites and redeems sinners.
How does the sermon address judgment?
It warns that God's judgment is imminent and will sweep through a world rejecting Him.
What practical response does the sermon call for?
A pledge from believers to actively work toward spiritual revival and resist worldly sin.