The way to plan the family is natural family planning not contraception. In destroying the power of giving life, through contraception, a husband or wife is doing something to self, and so it destroys the gift of life in him or her
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In the silence of the heart God speaks. If you face God in prayer and silence, God will speak to you. Then you will know that you are nothing. It is only when you realize your nothingness, your emptiness, that God can fill you with Himself. Souls of prayer are souls of great silence.
Interpretation
What this quote means
In quiet moments of prayer and reflection, one can connect deeply with God and recognize their own humility.
This quote by Mother Teresa emphasizes the importance of silence and prayer in establishing a connection with God. It suggests that in the quietness of our hearts, we can hear divine guidance and understand our own limitations. The act of recognizing our own nothingness allows us to be open to be filled with God's presence and love, promoting a life of humility and deep spiritual awareness.
Themes
SilencePrayerGodHumilitySpiritualityEmptiness
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a meditation retreat to encourage participants to embrace silence.
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