I wasn't God's first choice for what I've done in China...I don't know who it was...it must have been a man...a well-educated man. I don't know what happened. Perhaps he died. Perhaps he wasn't willing...and God looked down...and saw Gladys Aylward...and God said, 'Well, she's willing.'
Interpretation
This quote highlights the idea that willingness and readiness can lead to unexpected opportunities in life.
Gladys Aylward's quote reflects her belief that she may not have been the ideal candidate for her work in China, yet her willingness to step forward made her the right choice. It suggests that sometimes, it is not about being the most qualified person, but rather having the readiness and heart to embrace a calling, which can lead to fulfilling one's purpose.
In practice
In a motivational speech about pursuing your dreams.
Outside of Christ, I am only a sinner, but in Christ, I am saved. Outside of Christ, I am empty; in Christ, I am full. Outside of Christ, I am weak; in Christ, I am strong. Outside of Christ, I cannot; in Christ, I am more than able. Outside of Christ, I have been defeated; in Christ, I am already victorious. How meaningful are the words, "in Christ."
All who call on God in true faith...will certainly be heard.
As you walk through the valley of the unknown, you will find the footprints of Jesus both in front of you and beside you.
To completely trust in Allah is to be like a child who knows deeply that even if he does not call for the mother, the mother is totally aware of his condition and is looking after him.
Readiness for God means that we are ready to do the tiniest little thing or the great big thing, it makes no difference
Our faith is concentrated in the Son of God, and through him in the Father; and the Holy Ghost is their minister to bring truths to our remembrance, to reveal new truths to us, and teach, guide, and direct the course of every mind, until we become perfected and prepared to go home, where we can see and converse with our Father in Heaven.
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