Christ Quote by John Wesley
“Justifying faith implies, not only a divine evidence or conviction that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto Himself, but a sure trust and confidence that Christ died for my sins, that He loved me and gave Himself for me.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Doctrine of Justification, John Wesley, 1745
Faith is justified by trusting Christ’s sacrificial love, not merely by evidence or conviction.
In simple terms: Trust in Christ’s love justifies faith.
Key Takeaway
Rely on Christ’s love.
Themes
faith
trust
salvation
Mood
devotional
reflective
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church teaching
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
justification
grace
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love shape your trust?
- What evidence of Christ’s love do you see?
A Different Perspective
Faith without love may become hollow.
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