Authority Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“We declare, upon Scriptural authority, that the human will is so desperately set on mischief, so depraved, and so inclined to everything that is evil, and so disinclined to everything that is good, that without the powerful, supernatural, irresistible influence of the Holy Spirit, no human will ever be constrained towards Christ.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Holy Spirit and Human Will", 1865
Human nature is deeply sinful and cannot turn toward Christ without divine intervention.
In simple terms: Humans are inherently evil and need the Holy Spirit to be good.
Key Takeaway
Rely on divine grace for transformation.
Themes
sin
human nature
divine grace
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal repentance
- church teaching
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
free will
spiritual dependence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one recognize the need for divine help?
- What role does personal effort play?
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