Each small task of everyday life is part of the total harmony of the universe.
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Holiness is a disposition of the heart that makes us humble and little in the arms of God, aware of our weakness, and confident - in the most audacious way - in His Fatherly goodness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Holiness involves humility and trust in God's goodness.
This quote by Therese of Lisieux highlights that true holiness comes from an inward disposition of humility and awareness of our own weaknesses. It emphasizes the paradox of being both humble and audaciously confident in the goodness of God, suggesting that a deep relationship with the divine encourages both self-awareness and boldness in faith.
Themes
HolinessHumilityFaithWeaknessConfidenceGodGoodness
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon discussing the nature of faith, a pastor might share this quote to illustrate the importance of humility in spirituality.
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You heard me, only Friend whom I love. To ravish my heart, you became man. You shed your blood, what a supreme mystery!... And you still live for me on the Altar. If I cannot see the brilliance of your Face Or hear your sweet voice, O my God, I can live by your grace, I can rest on your Sacred Heart!
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The guest of our soul knows our misery; He comes to find an empty tent within us - that is all He asks.
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Everything is a grace, everything is the direct effect of our Father's love - difficulties, contradictions, humiliations, all the soul's miseries, her burdens, her needs - everything, because through them, she learns humility, realizes her weakness. Everything is a grace because everything is God's gift. Whatever be the character of life or its unexpected events - to the heart that loves, all is well.
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In spite of this trial, which takes all enjoyment from me, I can never the less, cry out, 'Lord, you fill me with joy in all that you do. For is there a joy greater than to suffer for love?'
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