Bible Quote by John Owen
““Whereas we see by experience that all who have or enjoy the Scripture do not yet understand it, or come to an useful, saving knowledge of the mind and will of God therein revealed, our other inquiry shall be, how we may come to understand the word of God aright, and what is the work of the Spirit of God in the assistance which he affordeth us unto that purpose. With respect unto the first of these inquiries, whereunto the present discourse is singly designed, I affirm, That it is the work of the Holy Spirit to enable us to believe the Scripture to be the word of God, or the supernatural, immediate revelation of his mind unto us, and infallibly to evidence it unto our minds, so as that we may spiritually and savingly acquiesce therein.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Holy Spirit and Scripture, 1650s
The Holy Spirit helps believers truly understand and trust Scripture as God's revealed truth, leading to genuine faith and salvation.
In simple terms: The Spirit makes Scripture clear and trustworthy.
Key Takeaway
Rely on the Spirit for true understanding.
Themes
faith
scripture
spiritual insight
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal study
- preaching
- teaching
- spiritual formation
Key Concepts
theology
revelation
exegesis
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern the Spirit’s guidance?
- What practices deepen spiritual comprehension?
A Different Perspective
Human effort alone cannot guarantee correct interpretation.
