Acknowledge Quote by John Flavel
“We acknowledge no righteousness but what the obedience and satisfaction of Christ yields us. His blood, not our faith; his satisfaction, not our believing it, is the matter of our justification before God.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Justification of Believers, John Flavel, 1650
Justification comes from Christ’s obedience and sacrifice, not personal faith alone; His blood secures salvation.
In simple terms: Christ’s sacrifice, not our faith, justifies us.
Key Takeaway
Trust in Christ’s work for salvation.
Themes
theology
salvation
faith
Mood
reverent
instructive
Type
doctrinal
spiritual
When to use this quote
- preaching
- Bible study
- personal devotion
- church teaching
Key Concepts
justification
Christocentric soteriology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does Christ’s obedience shape your daily life?
- What role does personal faith play alongside Christ’s work?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on Christ may neglect the need for personal growth and obedience.
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