Contribution Quote by Martin Luther
“As long as a man is persuaded that he can make even the smallest contribution to his salvation, he remains self-confident and does not utterly despair of himself, and so is not humbled before God. Such a man plans out for himself a position, an occasion, a work, which shall bring him final salvation, but which will not.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: The Freedom of a Christian, 1520
Believing one can contribute to salvation sustains confidence and hope, preventing despair and excessive humility before God.
In simple terms: Hope in personal effort prevents despair.
Key Takeaway
Maintain confidence in your spiritual role.
Themes
faith
self‑confidence
hope
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- community service
- ethical decisions
- life planning
Key Concepts
salvation
personal agency
spiritual humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal effort with reliance on divine aid?
- What actions reflect your hope for salvation?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on self‑effort may neglect divine grace.
