This re-appearance of the doctrine of freewill serves to…
“This re-appearance of the doctrine of freewill serves to support that of the pretension of the natural man to be not irremediably fallen, for this is what such doctrine tends to. All who have never been deeply convicted of sin, all persons in whom this conviction is based on gross external sins, believe more or less in freewill”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Free will doctrine is used to argue humans aren't inherently sinful, but this view often overlooks deep conviction of sin.
In simple terms: Free will used to deny inherent sin.
Key Takeaway
Recognize personal moral responsibility.
Themes
theology
free will
sin
Mood
theological
critical
Type
explanatory
philosophical
When to use this quote
- preaching
- personal reflection
- ethical decision‑making
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
doctrine
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief in free will shape moral choices?
- What balance exists between free will and divine grace?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on free will may ignore systemic sin.