To be spiritually dead is to be diabolically alive
R. C. SproulRead
When God's justice falls, we are offended because we think God owes perpetual mercy. We must not take His grace for granted. We must never lose our capacity to be amazed by grace
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing and appreciating grace rather than taking it for granted.
R. C. Sproul's quote reflects on human expectations of divine mercy, suggesting that when faced with justice, we are often offended as we mistakenly assume that we are entitled to continuous grace. It serves as a reminder to maintain a sense of wonder and gratitude for the grace we receive, rather than viewing it as something owed to us.
Themes
GraceJusticeMercyAppreciationFaith
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon discussing the nature of divine mercy, this quote can illustrate the balance between grace and justice.
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