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Whatsoever is done out of pure love, be it ever so little or contemptible in the sight of men, is wholly fruitful; for God measures more with how much love one worketh, than the amount he doeth.
Ellen G. White
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Acts done with pure love, regardless of their scale, are valuable and impactful.

Ellen G. White emphasizes that the true value of our actions is not determined by their magnitude or how they are perceived by others, but rather by the intention and love behind them. This perspective invites individuals to act selflessly and with genuine care, highlighting that even small acts of love can yield profound significance in the eyes of God.

Themes

LovePure LoveIntentionsActionsSelflessness

In practice

Example use cases

During a motivational speech about community service.

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