Have I then no work to work in this great matter of my…
“Have I then no work to work in this great matter of my pardon? None. What work canst thou work? What work of thine can buy forgiveness or make thee fit for the Divine favour? What work has God bidden thee work in order to obtain salvation? None. His Word is very plain and easy to be understood, "To him that worketh not, but believeth in Him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness" (Rom. 4:5). There is but one work by which a man can be saved. That work is not thine, but the work of the Son of God. That work is finished.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Salvation is a gift received through faith, not earned by works.
In simple terms: Faith, not deeds, saves.
Key Takeaway
Trust in divine grace.
Themes
faith
salvation
grace
Mood
contemplative
spiritual
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church teaching
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
Theology
soteriology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you rely on faith or actions for spiritual peace?
- How does this view affect moral behavior?
A Different Perspective
Works can be misinterpreted as a path to righteousness.