God-given

[ god-giv-uhn ]

adjective

1. given by, or coming directly from, God:

   the God-given laws.

2. welcome; propitious; opportune.

Word History and Origins

Origin of God-given¹

First recorded in 1790–1800

Example Sentences

As national security minister, he has given out free firearms to hundreds of settlers and has encouraged them to assert their right to what - they say - is their "God-given" land.

From BBC

I hope to deny him the chance to test his God-given potential.

From Slate

According to a leading monarchist revered by these knights, “throne and altar” monarchy sees the church as the “animating principle of society” that “confers legitimacy and authority upon the King via … ceremonies of state,” while the monarch exercises power with a “God-given authority.”

From Slate

“He has God-given talent,” Holtry said, this voice thick with emotion on the phone, “and he didn’t let his circumstances define him.”

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s no different than when I was in the NFL — college free agent or draft pick, it doesn’t matter. If you have God-given ability, it’s whether you develop the ability.”

From Los Angeles Times