We do not realise that we are children of eternity. If we did, then success would be no success, and failure would be no failure to us.
Joseph Barber LightfootRead
But there is another danger besetting your path. I mean the error of regarding your own capacities instead of your work, of putting self-consciousness in place of God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Focus on your actions and contributions rather than just your self-image and abilities.
This quote emphasizes the importance of prioritizing one's work and contributions over self-awareness or self-doubt. It warns against becoming overly fixated on personal abilities, suggesting that such self-consciousness can divert attention from a higher purpose or calling, often represented by 'God' in this context.
Themes
WorkSelf-ConsciousnessCapacityPurposeFaith
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting to inspire focus on project goals.
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