Faith Quote by John Stott
“We must never think of salvation as a kind of transaction between God and us in which He contributes grace and we contribute faith. For we were dead and had to be quickened before we could believe. No, Christ's apostles clearly teach elsewhere that saving faith too is God's gracious gift.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Gospel and the Kingdom, John Stott, 1975
Salvation is a divine gift, not a trade; God initiates grace, we receive faith.
In simple terms: Salvation is God’s gift, not a transaction.
Key Takeaway
Trust God’s grace, not your effort.
Themes
grace
faith
salvation
theology
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- preaching
- personal study
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
divine initiative
gift theology
faith as response
Questions to Reflect On
- How does viewing grace as a gift change your worship?
- What role does faith play if it is also a gift?
A Different Perspective
Human effort cannot earn salvation; it requires humility.
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