Lord purify us in head, heart and hand; and if it be…
““Lord purify us in head, heart and hand; and if it be needful that we should be put into the fire to be refined as silver is refined, we would even welcome the fire if we may be rid of the dross. Lord save us from constitutional sin, from sins of temperament, from sins of our surroundings. Save us from ourselves in every shape, and grant us especially to have the light of love strong within us. May we love God; may we love Thee, O Saviour; may we love the people of God as being members of one body in connection with Thee. May we love the guilty world with that love which desires its salvation and conversion; and may we love not in word only, but in deed and in truth. May we help the helpless, comfort the mourner, sympathise with the widow and fatherless, and may we be always ready to put up with wrong, to be long suffering, to be very patient, full of forgiveness, counting it a small thing that we should forgive our fellowmen since we have been forgiven of God. Lord tune our hearts to love, and then give us an inward peace, a restfulness about everything.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Seeks comprehensive purification of mind, heart, and actions, urging love, forgiveness, and service to others.
In simple terms: Ask for inner cleansing and love.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate love, forgiveness, and service.
Themes
spirituality
forgiveness
service
love
humility
Mood
hopeful
devotional
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- volunteering
- conflict resolution
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
purification
self‑transcendence
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you embody love in everyday actions?
- What steps help you forgive others?
A Different Perspective
May be idealistic, challenging to practice consistently in daily life.