Done Quote by Francis Schaeffer
“Hudson Taylor said, "The Lord's work done in the Lord's way will never fail to have the Lord's provision." ...The Lord's work done in human energy is not the Lord's work any longer. It is something, but it is not the Lord's work.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The God Who Is There, 1971
Schaeffer contrasts divine work, which follows God's method and receives provision, with human effort that lacks divine authenticity.
In simple terms: God’s work follows His way and is provided; human effort alone isn’t.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with divine principles.
Themes
faith
spirituality
authenticity
work
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- mission work
- church leadership
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
divine providence
human agency
spiritual obedience
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern divine direction?
- Can human work honor God without being “the Lord’s work”?
A Different Perspective
Human effort can still be valuable when guided by faith.
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