Altogether Quote by Jonathan Edwards
“Resolved, never henceforward, till I die, to act as if I were any way my own, but entirely and altogether God's.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: “The Nature of True Religion,” 1741
One should surrender personal will entirely to God, acting as if all actions belong to the divine.
In simple terms: Submit self to God’s will.
Key Takeaway
Live as God’s instrument.
Themes
faith
submission
divine will
humility
spiritual obedience
Mood
devotional
serious
inspirational
Type
religious
When to use this quote
- prayer
- church service
- daily decision‑making
- ethical dilemmas
- mission work
Key Concepts
theology
personal surrender
Christian doctrine
Questions to Reflect On
- What does surrendering to God look like in daily life?
- How to balance divine obedience with personal agency?
A Different Perspective
Total surrender may conflict with personal responsibility.
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