Bottom Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“From the Word of God I gather that damnation is all of man, from top to bottom, and salvation is all of grace, from first to last. He that perishes chooses to perish; but he that is saved is saved because God has chosen to save him.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Gospel of Grace, 1850s
Human destiny is split: damnation stems from humanity, salvation from divine grace, and divine election determines who is saved.
In simple terms: Man is doomed without grace; God chooses who is saved.
Key Takeaway
Recognize dependence on divine grace.
Themes
theodicy
election
salvation
humanity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
explanatory
When to use this quote
- theological debate
- personal reflection
- church teaching
Key Concepts
predestination
grace
divine sovereignty
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief in predestination affect moral responsibility?
- Can grace be earned?
A Different Perspective
Grace alone saves, not human effort.
