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.
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Live in the world as if only God and your soul were in it; then your heart will never be made captive by any earthly thing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Value the spiritual over the material to maintain inner freedom.
This quote suggests that one should prioritize their spiritual connection with God and their own soul above all worldly possessions and concerns. By doing so, a person can avoid being ensnared by material desires and maintain a sense of freedom and peace within themselves.
Themes
SpiritualityFreedomMaterialismGodInner Peace
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about mindfulness, this quote could illustrate the importance of inner peace over material gains.
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Abide in peace, banish cares, take no account of all that happens, and you will serve God according to his good pleasure and rest in him.
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Where there is no love, pour love in, and you will draw love out.
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In the inner stillness where meditation leads, the Spirit secretly anoints the soul and heals our deepest wounds.
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