Believe Quote by William Jenkyn
“The bending of men's hearts to believe and persevere are the supernatural fruits of God's eternal decree, and not the natural fruits of man's depraved and frail free will.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Eternal Decree, 1660
Human perseverance stems from divine will, not from our flawed free will.
In simple terms: God's plan drives perseverance, not our own will.
Key Takeaway
Rely on spiritual guidance for endurance.
Themes
faith
perseverance
free will
divine decree
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- personal struggle
- religious practice
- ethical decisions
Key Concepts
theology
human nature
spiritual resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- Do we overestimate our own will?
- How does faith shape perseverance?
A Different Perspective
Human effort alone may be insufficient without divine support.
