Ifs Quote by J. C. Ryle
“Let it be a settled principle ...that men's salvation, if saved, is wholly of God; and that man's ruin, if lost, is wholly of himself.”
About This Quote
Human destiny hinges entirely on divine grace for salvation and personal responsibility for ruin, emphasizing a binary moral framework.
In simple terms: Salvation is divine; ruin is self‑inflicted.
Key Takeaway
Moral agency and divine sovereignty are exclusive causes of fate.
Themes
theology
ethics
human agency
divine providence
salvation
ruin
Mood
solemn
reflective
inspirational
Type
theological
aphoristic
didactic
When to use this quote
- preaching sermons
- personal reflection
- ethical counseling
- theological debate
- spiritual formation
Key Concepts
free will
predestination
moral responsibility
spiritual dependence
Practical Applications
- guiding moral decision‑making
- shaping doctrinal teaching
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect personal accountability?
- What implications does it have for communal support?
