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“Our faith, our conversion, and our eternal salvation, are not of works, lest any man should boast. These things are not brought to pass by any thing done by us, therefore all boasting is shut out. All is the free gift of God, and the effect of being quickened by his power. It was his purpose, to…” quote by Matthew Henry
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““Our faith, our conversion, and our eternal salvation, are not of works, lest any man should boast. These things are not brought to pass by any thing done by us, therefore all boasting is shut out. All is the free gift of God, and the effect of being quickened by his power. It was his purpose, to which he prepared us, by blessing us with the knowledge of his will, and his Holy Spirit producing such a change in us, that we should glorify God by our good conversation, and perseverance in holiness.””

Matthew Henry

About This Quote

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

Salvation and spiritual growth are gifts from God, not earned by human effort; humility and reliance on divine power are essential.

In simple terms: God gives salvation, not works; live humbly and rely on Him.

Key Takeaway

Rely on God's grace, not self‑achievement.

Themes

faith grace humility spiritual growth holiness

Mood

reflective reverent

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • church life
  • personal devotion
  • ethical conduct
  • community service

Key Concepts

Divine gift spiritual transformation perseverance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize God's gift in daily life?
  • What practices foster humility before divine grace?
A Different Perspective

Human effort cannot earn salvation; divine grace is essential.

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