Christ alone Quote by Herman Bavinck
““250Christianity is no mere revelation of God in the past, but it is, in connection with the past, a work in the midst of this and every time. All other religions try to obtain salvation by the works of men, but Christianity makes a strong protest against this; it is not autosoteric but heterosoteric; it does not preach self-redemption, but glories in redemption by Christ alone. Man does not save himself, and does not save God, but God alone saves man, the whole man, man for eternity.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Reformed Dogmatics by Herman Bavinck, 1936
Christianity claims salvation through Christ alone, rejecting human‑based works and self‑redemption.
In simple terms: Salvation comes from Christ, not human effort.
Key Takeaway
Trust in Christ’s redemption.
Themes
theology
salvation
faith
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
doctrinal
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- personal belief
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
soteriology
grace
heterosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect personal responsibility?
- What implications does it have for interfaith relations?
A Different Perspective
Human effort still plays a role in living out faith.
