We should know that faith is a gift of God, and that it…
“We should know that faith is a gift of God, and that it may not be given to men, except it be graciously. Thus, indeed, all the good which we have is of God; and accordingly, when God rewardeth a good work of man, he crowneth his own gift.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Faith is a divine gift, not earned by humans; good deeds are God’s grace, and He rewards them.
In simple terms: Faith comes from God, not human effort; good works are gifts.
Key Takeaway
Recognize divine grace in achievements.
Themes
theology
grace
divine gift
morality
Mood
solemn
reflective
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church life
- charitable work
- personal reflection
- teaching
Key Concepts
medieval theology
Christian doctrine
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance divine gift and personal responsibility?
- What role does gratitude play?
A Different Perspective
Human effort can feel undervalued.