Absolutes Quote by Joseph Alleine
“Conversion is a work above man's power... Never think you can convert yourself. If ever you would be savingly converted, you must despair of doing it in your own strength. It is a resurrection from the dead, a new creation, a work of absolute omnipotence... This is a supernatural work.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Christian's Daily Walk" by Joseph Alleine, 1662
Human effort cannot achieve true spiritual transformation; it requires divine power beyond personal strength.
In simple terms: Transformation needs God's power, not our own.
Key Takeaway
Rely on divine help for true change.
Themes
spirituality
humility
divine power
Mood
humble
hopeful
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church teaching
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
salvation
reformation
spiritual rebirth
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you seek divine assistance?
- What practices remind you of your dependence on God?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on self-effort leads to failure.
![“Once the process [of conversion] is begun and continues...you are continually turning inward toward God and away from your own egocentricity...you have to see this selfish side of yourself in order to turn away from it. I measure God by everything I am not. I begin with that.” quote by Flannery O'Connor](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ee1/flannery-o-connor-639_communication_once-the-process-of-conversion-is-begun_2834541.jpg)
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