Since God often sends us inspirations by means of His angels, we should frequently return our aspirations to him by means of the same messengers.
Saint Francis De SalesRead
We must fear God out of love, not love Him out of fear.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True love for God comes from a place of affection rather than obligation or fear.
This quote emphasizes the importance of a loving and reverent relationship with God, suggesting that authentic devotion should stem from love and admiration rather than from fear of punishment or retribution. It advocates for a heartfelt connection that inspires genuine faith and devotion, promoting a relationship built on love instead of fear-based compliance.
Themes
LoveFearGodDevotionFaithRelationship
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon at church, to emphasize the importance of love in faith.
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Lately I was near the beehives and some of the bees flew onto my face. I wanted to raise my hand, and brush them off. 'No,' said a peasant to me, 'do not be afraid, and do not touch them. They will not sting you at all, if you touch them they will bite you.' I trusted him; not one bit me. Trust me; do not fear these temptations. Do not touch them; they will not hurt you.
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