Lord, make me childlike. Deliver me from the urge to…
““Lord, make me childlike. Deliver me from the urge to compete with another for place or prestige or position. I would be simple and artless as a little child. Deliver me from pose and pretense. Forgive me for thinking of myself. Help me to forget myself and find my true peace in beholding Thee. That Thou mayest answer this prayer I humble myself before Thee. Lay upon me Thy easy yoke of self-forgetfulness that through it I may find rest. Amen.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A plea for humility, childlike simplicity, and release from self‑importance to find inner peace
In simple terms: Seek humility and simplicity to discover peace
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility, let go of competition
Themes
humility
spirituality
self‑lessness
Mood
reflective
peaceful
Type
prayer
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- daily meditation
- spiritual retreat
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Christian mysticism
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true humility look like in your life?
- How can you practice self‑forgetfulness today?
A Different Perspective
May self‑importance hinder growth and relationships