Grace Quote by Robert Farrar Capon
““God’s program is grace, not scorekeeping; free gift, not reward and punishment in this world.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Gospel of the Christian Life” (1975)
Divine grace is freely given, not a system of rewards and punishments; it’s a gift, not a scorecard.
In simple terms: God gives grace, not judgment.
Key Takeaway
Embrace grace without expecting merit.
Themes
theology
grace
faith
spirituality
gift
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- worship
- personal reflection
- counseling
- teaching
Key Concepts
Christian doctrine
ethics
philosophy of religion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect moral behavior?
- Can you live without seeking reward?
A Different Perspective
Some view grace as conditional.
![“Through the grace of a thief, one can become a thief and through the grace of a Gnani [the enlightened one], one can become a Gnani [the enlightened one].” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/102/dada-bhagwan-31_enlightened_through-the-grace-of-a-thief-one-can-bec_4725.jpg)
