Capacity Quote by W. Ian Thomas
“For godliness is not the consequence of your capacity to imitate God, but the consequence of His capacity to reproduce Himself in you; not self-righteousness, but Christ-righteousness; the righteousness which is by faith”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Power of Faith, 1995
True godliness comes from God's work within us, not our own imitation, emphasizing Christ‑like righteousness through faith.
In simple terms: God works in us, not us imitating God.
Key Takeaway
Seek God's work, not self‑imitation.
Themes
faith
spirituality
humility
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- church teaching
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
imitation
reproduction
Christ‑righteousness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does you view affect your daily actions?
- What does Christ‑righteousness mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Faith alone cannot replace personal responsibility.
