So many people would like to have guidance from God because obviously, if you have a word from God, it's the best possible thing. But they don't relate that to life as a whole. Often they want guidance as a way of opting out of the responsibility of making decisions.
Interpretation
People seek divine guidance but often want to avoid taking responsibility for their own decisions.
This quote reflects on the tendency of individuals to desire guidance from a higher power, such as God, as a means of feeling reassured or validated in their choices. However, it emphasizes that this desire for reassurance can sometimes be an excuse to evade the personal responsibility that comes with making important life decisions, suggesting that true guidance comes from within rather than relying solely on external influences.
In practice
In a discussion about decision-making, one could use this quote to highlight the importance of personal responsibility.
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