Finished Quote by Lewis Sperry Chafer
“True salvation is wholly a work of God. It is said to be both a finished work and a gift, and, therefore, it lays no obligation upon the saved one to complete it himself, or to make after payments of service for it.”
About This Quote
Salvation is presented as a divine act completed by God, not a human achievement requiring further effort or repayment.
In simple terms: Divine gift, no human duty
Key Takeaway
Grace is unearned and complete
Themes
theology
grace
salvation
divine sovereignty
human agency
Mood
reverent
hopeful
confident
Type
doctrinal
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal conversion
- church preaching
- theological debate
- spiritual counseling
- missionary work
Key Concepts
soteriology
gift doctrine
faith
obedience
Practical Applications
- teaching doctrine of grace
- counseling believers on assurance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect personal responsibility?
- What implications does it have for worship practices?
