A Christian should always remember that the value of his good works is not based on their number and excellence, but on the love of God which prompts him to do these things.
John Of The CrossRead
Have a great love for those who contradict and fail to love you, for in this way love is begotten in a heart that has no love.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True love includes the capacity to love those who do not reciprocate that love.
This quote emphasizes the importance of unconditional love, suggesting that one should nurture a genuine affection for those who oppose or do not reciprocate their feelings. By doing so, we cultivate a deeper understanding and a capacity to love in the absence of love, fostering compassion and empathy even for those who may not seem deserving of it.
Themes
LoveUnconditionalCompassionEmpathyForgiveness
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of compassion in relationships.
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