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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.” quote by William Greenough Thayer Shedd
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“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.”

William Greenough Thayer Shedd

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.

Key Takeaway

Trust in divine grace.

Themes

theology salvation grace

Mood

reflective serious

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • missionary work
  • personal crisis
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

Calvinism predestination faith miracle

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role does free will play in salvation?
  • How does this view affect moral responsibility?
A Different Perspective

Grace may seem arbitrary or unfair.

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