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Doubt Quote by Martyn Lloyd-Jones

“If you doubt your sins have been forgiven, that in itself is sin.” quote by Martyn Lloyd-Jones
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“If you doubt your sins have been forgiven, that in itself is sin.”

Martyn Lloyd-Jones

About This Quote

Source Sermon: 'The Assurance of Salvation', 1955

Doubting forgiveness is itself a sin because it shows lack of faith in God's grace.

In simple terms: Doubt of forgiveness is a sin.

Key Takeaway

Trust fully in grace.

Themes

faith forgiveness sin trust

Mood

reflective serious

Type

spiritual theological

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • confession
  • spiritual counseling
  • church teaching

Key Concepts

theology grace self‑examination

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does doubt affect your sense of grace?
  • What steps can restore confidence in forgiveness?
A Different Perspective

Faith may be shaken by past guilt, making assurance hard.

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