Christ Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“I will go as far as Martin Luther, where he says, 'If any man ascribes anything of salvation, even the very least thing, to the free will of man, he knows nothing of grace, and he has not learned Jesus Christ rightly.'”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Doctrine of Grace, Charles Spurgeon, 1880
Human effort cannot earn salvation; only divine grace grants it, and misunderstanding free will leads to false security.
In simple terms: Salvation comes from God's grace, not human effort.
Key Takeaway
Trust in divine grace alone.
Themes
theology
grace
free will
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal faith decisions
- teaching
- counseling
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
predestination
reformation
salvation doctrine
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does free will play in your faith?
- How do you balance grace and personal effort?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on grace may diminish personal responsibility.
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