Christianity Quote by Paul D. Molnar
““Torrance emphasized that “the gospel of unconditional grace is very difficult for us, for it is so costly. It takes away from under our feet the very ground on which we want to stand, and the free will which we as human beings cherish so dearly becomes exposed as a subtle form of self-will”.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Theological lecture, date unknown
Unconditional grace challenges human self‑will, exposing our desire for control and making us confront costly surrender.
In simple terms: Grace forces us to let go of control.
Key Takeaway
Accept the cost of true grace.
Themes
theology
grace
human nature
free will
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Pastoral counseling
- personal reflection
- spiritual formation
Key Concepts
Existential risk
self‑identity
spiritual surrender
Questions to Reflect On
- How does you react when your control is challenged?
- What does “costly” grace mean for you?
A Different Perspective
Grace may feel like loss of agency, causing resistance.
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