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God Approval Quote by Martin Luther

“God’s approval isn’t based on what a person does. Rather, he accepts what a person does because he already approves of the person. The person hasn’t earned God’s approval through the good that he or she does. Because” quote by Martin Luther
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““God’s approval isn’t based on what a person does. Rather, he accepts what a person does because he already approves of the person. The person hasn’t earned God’s approval through the good that he or she does. Because””

Martin Luther

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Freedom of a Christian, 1520

God’s acceptance is unconditional, rooted in the person’s identity, not their deeds.

In simple terms: God loves you for who you are, not what you do.

Key Takeaway

Seek identity in divine love, not performance.

Themes

faith grace identity acceptance

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • counseling
  • community support
  • life decisions

Key Concepts

theology unconditional love spiritual identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this view change your self‑worth?
  • What responsibilities arise from unconditional love?
A Different Perspective

May be misinterpreted as endorsing moral laxity.

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