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“Sanctification is not a work of nature, but a work of grace. It is a transformation of character effected not by moral influences, but supernaturally by the Holy Spirit.” quote by Charles Hodge
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“Sanctification is not a work of nature, but a work of grace. It is a transformation of character effected not by moral influences, but supernaturally by the Holy Spirit.”

Charles Hodge

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Sanctification is a divine transformation by the Holy Spirit, not a natural moral effort.

In simple terms: Grace, not nature, changes us.

Key Takeaway

Seek spiritual transformation through grace.

Themes

faith spirituality transformation

Mood

reverent contemplative

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • church life
  • personal devotion
  • ethical decision‑making

Key Concepts

theology grace holy spirit

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you experience grace?
  • What role does personal effort play in sanctification?
A Different Perspective

May conflict with human effort emphasis.

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