Accept Quote by Desmond Ford
““Only when we know that God accepts us can we accept ourselves, and only as we accept ourselves can we accept others. The power of sin can never be broken until the guilt of sin is taken away by our acceptance of the gospel.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gospel and the Christian Life, 1975
True acceptance of God leads to self‑acceptance, which then enables acceptance of others; sin’s power ends when guilt is removed through gospel acceptance.
In simple terms: Accepting God helps us accept ourselves and others, freeing us from sin’s guilt.
Key Takeaway
Embrace gospel teachings to overcome guilt and accept others.
Themes
spirituality
self‑acceptance
forgiveness
Mood
reflective
hopeful
spiritual
Type
religious
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal counseling
- church teaching
- support groups
- faith‑based therapy
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
redemption
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal acceptance affect community relationships?
- What role does repentance play in this process?
A Different Perspective
The view may not address systemic causes of sin beyond personal guilt.
