Atonement Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“I do not believe in an atonement which is admirably wide, but fatally ineffectual.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Nature of Atonement, 1885
Atonement must be effective, not merely broad; breadth without impact fails to bring true reconciliation.
In simple terms: Effective forgiveness matters more than wide‑reaching but empty gestures.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine reconciliation.
Themes
redemption
faith
effectiveness
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal confession
- church counseling
- community healing
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual practice
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true atonement look like in daily life?
- How can we balance scope with depth in spiritual work?
A Different Perspective
Broad, superficial attempts can miss deeper transformation.
