Amen Quote by Scotty Smith
““Father, thank you for such a legal, lavish, and lively salvation. Rescue us in those delusional moments when we forget your forgetfulness, when we act as though Jesus’ sacrifice for our sins wasn’t enough, when we think there is something more we can do to gain your acceptance and enjoy your favor. We pray in Jesus’ exalted name. Amen.””
About This Quote
Source Prayer: Personal devotional, 2023
A prayer acknowledging human frailty and asking divine help to avoid self‑reliance, seeking grace instead of works.
In simple terms: Ask for grace, not self‑reliance.
Key Takeaway
Rely on divine mercy over personal effort.
Themes
faith
humility
grace
Mood
devotional
contemplative
Type
prayer
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- confession
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
dependence
salvation
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust grace fully?
- How does humility shape your actions?
A Different Perspective
Risk of legalism if prayer becomes formulaic.
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