Asks Quote by John Calvin
“Men are indeed to be taught that the favour of God is offered, without exception, to all who ask it; but since those only begin to ask whom heaven by grace inspires, even this minute portion of praise must not be withheld from Him. It is the privilege of the elect to be regenerated by the Spirit of God, and then placed under His guidance and government.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Institutes of the Christian Religion, 1536
God offers grace to all who ask, but only those who truly seek receive it; the elect are regenerated by the Spirit
In simple terms: Grace is available to all sincere seekers; the elect receive divine regeneration
Key Takeaway
Seek sincerely, trust divine guidance
Themes
theology
grace
election
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
devotional
When to use this quote
- prayer
- faith formation
- church teaching
- personal repentance
Key Concepts
spiritual regeneration
divine providence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile divine grace with human doubt?
- What role does personal effort play in receiving grace?
A Different Perspective
May imply exclusivity, causing spiritual anxiety
