Certainty is the mark of the commonsense life-gracious uncertainty is the mark of the spiritual life.
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Never consider whether you are of use; but ever consider that you are not your own but His.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Focus on serving others rather than evaluating your own worth; recognize that your purpose extends beyond yourself.
This quote emphasizes the importance of selflessness and the need to contribute to the greater good. By suggesting that we should not question our usefulness but instead recognize that we belong to a higher purpose, it encourages a mindset of humility and service, reminding us that our lives can have meaning when directed towards others rather than solely focusing on ourselves.
Themes
SelflessnessServicePurposeHumilityFaith
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared in a motivational speech to encourage volunteerism.
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