House of god Quote by Jonathan Edwards
““But here you are in the land of the living and in the house of God, and have an opportunity to obtain salvation. What would not those poor, damned, hopeless souls give for one day’s such opportunity as you now enjoy!””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God,” 1741
The living have a chance for salvation, unlike the damned who would give anything for it.
In simple terms: Living have salvation opportunity; damned would sacrifice everything.
Key Takeaway
Value and act on your salvation chance.
Themes
salvation
urgency
spirituality
Mood
solemn
urgent
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious conversion
- ethical decision making
- life choices
Key Concepts
theodicy
human desire
Questions to Reflect On
- What does 'salvation' mean today?
- How does urgency affect belief?
A Different Perspective
Salvation may be interpreted metaphorically, not literally.
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