Advent Quote by The Church Fathers
““thus, therefore, has the one and the same Lord granted, by means of His advent, a greater gift of grace to those of a later period, than what He had granted to those under the Old Testament dispensation.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Early Christian writings, 4th century
The New Testament offers a richer grace than the Old Testament because of Christ’s coming.
In simple terms: Christ’s arrival brings greater grace.
Key Takeaway
Seek the deeper grace of the New Covenant.
Themes
grace
faith
covenant
theology
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
theological
scriptural
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church teaching
- biblical study
- spiritual growth
Key Concepts
Divine revelation
salvation history
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect your understanding of Scripture?
- Do you feel the New Covenant offers more?
A Different Perspective
Some view the Old Testament as equally sufficient, challenging the hierarchy.
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![“both the Mosaic law and the grace of the new covenant, as both fitted for the times [at which they were given], were bestowed by one and the same God for the benefit of the human race.” quote by The Church Fathers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2e6/the-church-fathers-1438_human-race_both-the-mosaic-law-and-the-grace-of-the_10309.jpg)
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![“Mary, having a man betrothed [to her], and being nevertheless a virgin, by yielding obedience, become the cause of salvation, both to herself and the whole human race.” quote by The Church Fathers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3f5/the-church-fathers-1438_human-race_mary-having-a-man-betrothed-to-her-and-b_123405.jpg)
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