"And now let me address all of you, high and low, rich and poor, one with another, to accept of mercy and grace while it is offered to you; Now is the accepted time, now is the day of salvation; and will you not accept it, now it is offered unto you?"
- George Whitefield
About this Quote
This quote by George Whitefield is a call to action for all individuals, regardless of their social standing, to accept the grace and grace that is being provided to them. He is highlighting that now is the time to accept this deal, which it should not be considered given. He is urging individuals to take advantage of this chance while it is still available. This quote is a suggestion that we ought to not take our true blessings for given, and that we ought to be grateful for the opportunities that come our way. It is a pointer to be available to the possibilities that life needs to offer, and to benefit from them while we can.
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