Salvation Quote by John Stott
““Thirdly, Christ’s salvation must be a free gift. He ‘purchased’ it for us at the high price of his own life-blood. So what is there left for us to pay? Nothing! Since he claimed that all was now ‘finished’, there is nothing for us to contribute.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Gift of Salvation, John Stott, 1975
The passage emphasizes that Christ’s sacrifice is a complete, free gift, leaving nothing for believers to add or earn.
In simple terms: Christ’s salvation is a free, finished gift.
Key Takeaway
Accept grace without trying to earn it.
Themes
grace
faith
gift
Mood
reverent
assuring
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- personal devotion
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
theology
salvation
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel you must add to God’s gift?
- How does this shape your worship?
A Different Perspective
Believers may still feel compelled to earn merit.
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