That some unevangelized men are saved, in the present…
“That some unevangelized men are saved, in the present life, by an extraordinary exercise of redeeming grace in Christ, has been the hope and belief of Christendom. It was the hope and belief of the elder Calvinists, as of the later.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Some people are saved through extraordinary divine grace, a belief held by early and later Calvinists.
In simple terms: Grace can save unexpectedly.
Trust in divine grace.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- missionary work
- personal crisis
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does free will play in salvation?
- How does this view affect moral responsibility?
Grace may seem arbitrary or unfair.