Calvinism Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“A man is not saved against his will, but he is made willing by the operation of the Holy Ghost. A mighty grace which he does not wish to resist enters into the man, disarms him, makes a new creature of him, and he is saved.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Work of the Holy Spirit", 1865
Salvation comes when the Holy Spirit makes a person willing, transforming them into a new creation
In simple terms: The Spirit convinces us to accept grace, changing us
Key Takeaway
Seek openness to divine influence
Themes
faith
grace
transformation
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- religious conversion
- ethical decision making
- leadership challenges
Key Concepts
spiritual awakening
free will
Questions to Reflect On
- What does willingness look like in your life?
- How can you recognize the Spirit’s work?
A Different Perspective
Human resistance can block spiritual change
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