Converting Quote by Thomas Boston
“The natural man cannot but resist the Lord's offering to help him; yet that resistance is infallibly overcome in the elect, by converting grace.”
About This Quote
Human nature resists divine aid, yet those predestined receive grace that inevitably transforms them.
In simple terms: Grace overcomes our natural resistance to God's help.
Key Takeaway
Grace converts resistance into acceptance.
Themes
theology
grace
human nature
predestination
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- a believer wrestling with doubt
- a person experiencing a sudden change of heart
Key Concepts
divine sovereignty
spiritual transformation
Practical Applications
- cultivate openness to spiritual guidance
Questions to Reflect On
- Can resistance to help be fully overcome by external grace?
- What role does personal effort play in spiritual change?
A Different Perspective
Assumes a deterministic view of salvation that may conflict with free‑will perspectives.
