We made in those days tiny identical rooms inside our bodies which the men who uncover our graves will find in a thousand years shining and whole.
Donald HallRead
The greatest human attainment in all the world is for a life to be so surrendered to Him that the name of God Almighty will be glorified through that life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of dedicating one's life to a higher purpose, which ultimately glorifies God.
Kathryn Kuhlman's quote suggests that the pinnacle of human achievement lies not in personal success or accolades but in the complete surrender of one's life to God. When individuals allow their lives to reflect divine qualities and purposes, they contribute to the glorification of God Almighty. This perspective challenges the conventional views of success by prioritizing spiritual fulfillment over material gains.
Themes
SurrenderGlorifyLifePurposeGod
In practice
Example use cases
In a church sermon about serving others, one could use this quote to illustrate the importance of living for a higher purpose.
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