All the characters in my films are fighting these problems, needing freedom, trying to find a way to cut themselves loose, but failing to rid themselves of conscience, a sense of sin, the whole bag of tricks.
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Whence comes this idea that if what we are doing is fun, it can't be God's will? The God who made giraffes, a baby's fingernails, a puppy's tail, a crooknecked squash, the bobwhite's call, and a young girl's giggle, has a sense of humor. Make no mistake about that.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that the joy in our activities is part of God's will, highlighting the divine nature of fun and humor in creation.
Catherine Marshall's quote challenges the misconception that fun and enjoyment are contrary to spiritual or divine intention. By celebrating the beauty and humor found in the world—from the peculiarities of nature to the simple joys of life—the quote implies that these delights are indeed part of a higher purpose, reflecting God's creativity and sense of humor.
Themes
FunHumorJoyCreativityDivine
In practice
Example use cases
During a church service to encourage attendees to embrace joy.
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