558 Quotes by John Calvin

God would remain absolutely hidden if we were not illuminated by the brightness of Christ.

No one will calmly and quietly submit to bear the cross except those who have learned to seek their happiness beyond this world.

Now we shall possess a right definition of faith if we call it a firm and certain knowledge of God's benevolence toward us, founded upon the truth of the freely given promise in Christ, both revealed to our minds and sealed upon our hearts through the Holy Spirit.

I exhort all, who reverence the Word of the Lord, to read it, and diligently imprint it on their memory.

If we believe heaven to be our country, it is better for us to transmit our wealth thither, than to retain it here, where we may lose it by a sudden removal.

As far as sacred Scripture is concerned, however much froward men try to gnaw at it, nevertheless it clearly is crammed with thoughts that could not be humanly conceived. Let each of the prophets be looked into: none will be found who does not far exceed human measure. Consequently, those for whom prophetic doctrine is tasteless ought to be thought of as lacking taste buds.

The very word baptize, however, signifies to immerse; and it is certain that immersion was the practice of the ancient church.

Joy and patience are far above our strength... We must persevere in prayer that he may not permit our hearts to faint... Prayer and perseverance are necessary in our daily conflicts. The best remedy to the weariness is diligence in prayer.

How do we know that God has elected us before the creation of the world? By believing in Jesus Christ.