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“It is forgiveness that sets a man working for God. He does not work in order to be forgiven, but because he has been forgiven, and the consciousness of his sin being pardoned makes him long more for its entire removal than ever he did before.” quote by Horatius Bonar
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““It is forgiveness that sets a man working for God. He does not work in order to be forgiven, but because he has been forgiven, and the consciousness of his sin being pardoned makes him long more for its entire removal than ever he did before.””

Horatius Bonar

About This Quote

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

Forgiveness inspires continued service, not for reward but out of gratitude for being forgiven.

In simple terms: Forgiveness motivates service out of gratitude.

Key Takeaway

Serve because you feel forgiven, not for reward.

Themes

faith forgiveness service

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • church ministry
  • personal spiritual growth
  • volunteering
  • daily interactions

Key Concepts

grace gratitude spiritual motivation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does gratitude shape your actions?
  • When might service become self‑exploitation?
A Different Perspective

May overlook personal boundaries or burnout.

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