When it feels like we need to choose between being right and being humble- pick both
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I used to think God guided us by opening and closing doors, but now I know sometimes God wants us to kick some doors down.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of taking initiative rather than waiting for opportunities to come to us.
Bob Goff suggests that while we might think divine guidance comes from clear opportunities, sometimes faith calls for us to actively pursue our desires and break through obstacles. This perspective encourages a proactive approach to life's challenges, reminding us that we have the power to create our own paths and not just passively wait for circumstances to change.
Themes
InitiativeOpportunitiesFaithActionDetermination
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech, to encourage the audience to take action in their career.
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What distracts us will begin to define us. We don't need to swing at every pitch.
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