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For it was thy sin, and the sin of all the world, that lay…

“For it was thy sin, and the sin of all the world, that lay upon our Redeemer, and his sacrifice and satisfaction is sufficient for all, and the fruits of it are offered to one as well as another, but it is true that it was never the intent of his mind to pardon and save any that would not by faith…” quote by Richard Baxter
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“For it was thy sin, and the sin of all the world, that lay upon our Redeemer, and his sacrifice and satisfaction is sufficient for all, and the fruits of it are offered to one as well as another, but it is true that it was never the intent of his mind to pardon and save any that would not by faith and repentance be converted.”

Richard Baxter

About This Quote

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

Human sin and Christ’s at are sufficient, yet salvation requires personal faith and repentance.

In simple terms: Christ’s sacrifice is enough, but you must believe and repent.

Key Takeaway

Believe and repent to receive salvation.

Themes

salvation faith repentance grace

Mood

reflective serious

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal conversion
  • church preaching
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

Christian theology atonement human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you rely on faith alone for salvation?
  • How does repentance change your life?
A Different Perspective

Some argue grace alone suffices without works.

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