Believe Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“When a man is saved by divine grace, he is not wholly cleansed from the corruption of his heart. When we believe in Jesus Christ all our sins are pardoned; yet the power of sin, albeit that it is weakened and kept under by the dominion of the new-born nature which God doth infuse into our souls, doth not cease, but still tarrieth in us, and will do so to our dying day.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Grace of God," 1865
Divine grace forgives sins but does not erase the sinful nature, which remains weakened yet present until death.
In simple terms: Grace forgives but sin lingers.
Key Takeaway
Recognize ongoing inner struggle despite forgiveness.
Themes
faith
grace
human nature
spiritual warfare
Mood
reflective
serious
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal repentance
- spiritual counseling
- daily self‑examination
Key Concepts
theology
sanctification
original sin
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront lingering sin after feeling forgiven?
- What practices help weaken the old nature?
A Different Perspective
Human nature can persist despite divine forgiveness.
