How seldom we weigh our neighbor in the same balance with ourselves.
Thomas A KempisRead
The more humble and obedient to God a man is, the more wise and at peace he will be in all that he does.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Humility and obedience to God lead to greater wisdom and inner peace.
This quote suggests that by cultivating humility and being obedient to a higher power, individuals can achieve a deeper understanding of life and a sense of tranquility in their actions. It emphasizes the connection between spiritual submission and personal wisdom, indicating that true peace comes from aligning oneself with divine guidance.
Themes
HumilityObedienceWisdomPeaceGod
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon discussing spiritual growth, this quote can remind the congregation of the importance of humility.
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He has great tranquillity of heart who cares neither for the praises nor the fault-finding of men. He will easily be content and pacified, whose conscience is pure. You are not holier if you are praised, nor the more worthless if you are found fault with. What you are, that you are; neither by word can you be made greater than what you are in the sight of God.
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