The measure of a life, after all, is not its duration, but its donation.
Interpretation
A fulfilling life is judged by what we give to others rather than how long we live.
This quote emphasizes that the true value of life lies not in the number of years one spends on Earth but in the impact one makes on others through generosity, love, and service. It suggests that a life well-lived is one characterized by acts of kindness and contributions to the well-being of others, making a case for the importance of selflessness and legacy over mere existence.
In practice
This quote could be used in a speech at a charity event to motivate people to give back to the community.
We never know how God will answer our prayers, but we can expect that He will get us involved in His plan for the answer. If we are true intercessors, we must be ready to take part in Godβs work on behalf of the people for whom we pray.
And our wise Father in heaven knows when we're going to need things too. Don't run out ahead of Him.
If you want to hear God's voice clearly and you are uncertain, then remain in His presence until He changes this uncertainty. Often much can happen during this waiting for the Lord. Sometimes, He changes pride into humility; doubt into faith and peace; sometimes lust into purity. The Lord can and will do it.
And for all these people alike, the key to healing turned out to be the same. Each had a hurt he had to forgive.
Today I know that such memories are the key not to the past, but to the future. I know that the experiences of our lives, when we let God use them, become the mysterious and perfect preparation for the work He will give us to do.
God never measures the mind... He always put His tape measure in the HEART
I hope the exit is joyful and i hope never to return.
I want to go everywhere, look at and listen to everything. You can go crazy with some of the wonderful stuff there is in life.
I'm not often bored,' I assured her. "Life's not long enough for that.
Life's a test, mistakes are lessons, but the gift of life is knowing that you have made a difference.
Growing up is something that you do your whole life. I want to always feel that I can be a kid if I want. Growing up has some negative connotations. Like, you're not supposed to roll around on the ground anymore. You're not supposed to make fun of yourself. You're not supposed to ride a bicycle. But I'm a Toys-R-Us kid.
I remember the first time I saw him. He was 13 and just floated over the ground like a cockier spaniel chasing a piece of silver paper in the wind.
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