2 Timothy 2:25

When in a disagreement, one might want to correct the other in an aggressive manner. Tempers may rise and harsh words may be spoken. However, the Lord's servant must be gentle when correcting his opponents. Paul then says that God may grant them repentance leading to knowledge of the truth. What's interesting is that the focus isn't on the Lord's servant, but the focus is instead on God. We are tempted to think that it is us who do the saving, but it is clearly God who does a good work in people. Sure, we are instruments for his works and purposes, but God causes the growth. In particular, God is the one who grants repentance. We must come before God in repentance for the many sins we have committed. However, it's interesting that it is pointed out here that God is the one who grants repentance. Even in repentance is it God who is the primary actor in our salvation.