Determined Quote by Sam Storms
“The Spirit has determined that he will operate through certain means and at certain times and if we sinfully put obstacles or warnings or prohibitions in the way, he may well not do for us what he otherwise would have done.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gospel of Grace by Sam Storms, 2015
Divine action follows human openness; obstacles hinder God's work.
In simple terms: God works when we remove barriers.
Key Takeaway
Remove self‑imposed limits.
Themes
faith
divine providence
obedience
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- decision making
- life planning
Key Concepts
theology
free will
spiritual discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- What obstacles are you placing before your goals?
- How does surrender affect your actions?
A Different Perspective
Human agency may not always align with divine timing.
