Consequence Quote by Thomas Goodwin
“God works with power, and can make the unwilling willing; if He undertakes the conversion of a soul, it will be converted. All the pious workings of our heart towards God are the fruit and consequence of the powerful working of His grace in us.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Grace of God, Thomas Goodwin, 1660
Divine grace can transform even the most resistant hearts, making the unwilling willing through God's powerful work.
In simple terms: God's power can change anyone's heart.
Key Takeaway
Trust in God's transformative grace.
Themes
faith
grace
transformation
willpower
Mood
hopeful
reverent
reflective
Type
spiritual
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- addiction recovery
- relationship repair
- spiritual awakening
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual conversion
divine sovereignty
Questions to Reflect On
- What resistance do you need God's grace to overcome?
- How can you recognize God's work in your life?
A Different Perspective
Human effort alone cannot achieve true change without divine intervention.
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