Thee Strength Quote by Cyril of Jerusalem
““13. Moreover, when thou hast been deemed worthy of the grace, He then giveth thee strength to wrestle against the adverse powers. For as after His Baptism He was tempted forty days (not that He was unable to gain the victory before, but because He wished to do all things in due order and succession), so thou likewise, though not daring before thy baptism to wrestle with the adversaries, yet after thou hast received the grace and art henceforth confident in the armour of righteousness,54 must then do battle, and preach the Gospel, if thou wilt.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Catechetical Lectures, 4th century
Grace empowers believers to face spiritual challenges confidently, mirroring Christ’s disciplined resistance after baptism.
In simple terms: Grace gives strength to fight spiritual battles.
Key Takeaway
Rely on divine strength for spiritual warfare.
Themes
faith
spiritual warfare
grace
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- evangelism
- teaching
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
discipline
confidence
armour of righteousness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does grace translate into daily actions?
- What role does preparation play alongside divine aid?
A Different Perspective
Strength alone may not overcome all adversity without practical wisdom.
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