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“Such is the effect of the grace of God in the heart of a pilgrim; while on one hand he sees the propensity of his evil nature to every sin which has been committed by others, and is humbled; he also confesses, that, by no power of his own, is he preserved, but ever gives the glory to the God of…” quote by John Bunyan
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“Such is the effect of the grace of God in the heart of a pilgrim; while on one hand he sees the propensity of his evil nature to every sin which has been committed by others, and is humbled; he also confesses, that, by no power of his own, is he preserved, but ever gives the glory to the God of all grace, by whose power alone he is kept from falling.”

John Bunyan

About This Quote

Source Book: Pilgrim's Progress, 1678

Grace sustains the pilgrim despite innate sinfulness, emphasizing humility and divine reliance.

In simple terms: Divine grace overcomes personal flaws.

Key Takeaway

Rely on God's grace to stay upright.

Themes

faith humility grace

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

spiritual didactic

When to use this quote

  • daily devotion
  • ethical decisions
  • personal struggle

Key Concepts

theology spiritual journey

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize grace in daily life?
  • What practices nurture humility?
A Different Perspective

Human effort alone cannot prevent fall.

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