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Abraham Quote by John Calvin

“for we see Abraham the readier to acknowledge himself but dust and ashes the nearer he approaches to behold the glory of the Lord,” quote by John Calvin
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““for we see Abraham the readier to acknowledge himself but dust and ashes the nearer he approaches to behold the glory of the Lord,””

John Calvin

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Doctrine of Grace, 1559

Human humility grows as we recognize our frailty before God's glory.

In simple terms: Recognize our frailty to appreciate divine glory.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility before God.

Themes

humility theology divine glory human frailty spiritual growth

Mood

solemn contemplative

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • confession
  • scripture study
  • ethical living

Key Concepts

grace self‑reflection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility affect faith?
  • What role does divine glory play?
A Different Perspective

May cause excessive self‑criticism.

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