Accepting Quote by Aiden Wilson Tozer
“Salvation is from our side a choice, from the divine side it is a seizing upon, an apprehending, a conquest by the Most High God. Our 'accepting' and 'willing' are reactions rather than actions. The right of determination must always remain with God.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Divine Will, 1912
Salvation requires both human willingness and divine initiative; true determination belongs to God.
In simple terms: Salvation needs God’s action and our willingness.
Key Takeaway
Trust God’s sovereignty in salvation.
Themes
faith
salvation
divine will
human agency
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church teaching
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
free will
divine sovereignty
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal choice with divine guidance?
- What does surrender to God look like in daily life?
A Different Perspective
Human effort alone cannot secure salvation.
