Sanctification Quote by Arthur W. Pink
““Again, there are multitudes who are quite ready for Christ to justify them, but not to sanctify. Some kind, some degree, of sanctification they will tolerate, but to be sanctified wholly,their "whole spirit and soul and body" (1 Thess. 5:23), they have no relish for. For their hearts to be sanctified, for pride and covetousness to be subdued, would be too much like the plucking out of a right eye. For the constant mortification of all their members they have no taste. For Christ to come to them as Refiner, to burn up their lusts, consume their dross, to dissolve utterly their old frame of nature, to melt their souls, so as to make them run in a new mould, they like not. To deny self utterly, and take up their cross daily, is a task from which they shrink with abhorrence.””
About This Quote
The passage critiques people who seek Christ’s justification but reject full sanctification, fearing the deep transformation of body, soul, and spirit required for true holiness.
In simple terms: People want acceptance but avoid complete spiritual change.
Key Takeaway
Embrace full transformation, not just partial acceptance.
Themes
spiritual growth
humility
sanctification
Mood
serious
challenging
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- religious practice
- personal sacrifice
- spiritual discipline
- ethical living
- moral courage
Key Concepts
theology
self‑denial
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you willing to let go of comfort for deeper change?
- What fears arise when confronting total transformation?
A Different Perspective
Complete sanctification can be unsettling and demanding.
