Salvation Quote by Herman Witsius
““This election to glory is not some general decree of God about saving the faithful and the godly, who shall persevere in their faith and piety to the end of their life; but a particular designation of certain individual persons, whom God has enrolled as heirs of salvation. It is not consistent with the perfection of God, to ascribe to him general and indeterminate decrees, which were to receive any determination or certainty from men.””
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Doctrine of Election, Herman Witsius, 1675
God elects specific individuals for salvation, not a universal decree for all believers.
In simple terms: Salvation is granted to chosen people, not everyone.
Key Takeaway
Recognize personal calling, not generic destiny.
Themes
thelection
divine sovereignty
faith
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
doctrinal
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church teaching
- spiritual discernment
- missionary work
Key Concepts
Calvinism
predestination
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect personal responsibility?
- What role does community play in salvation?
A Different Perspective
May overlook human responsibility and free will.
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