My God, since you are with me and since, by Your will, I…
“My God, since you are with me and since, by Your will, I must occupy myself with external things, please grant me the grace to remain with You, in Your presence. Work with me, so that my work might be the very best. Receive as an offering of love both my work and all my affections.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The prayer asks for divine help to stay focused on God, to offer work and affection as love, and to remain in His presence.
In simple terms: Seek God's help to keep work and love pure.
Offer work as love to God.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily work
- creative projects
- relationships
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you keep mindfulness in daily tasks?
- What does “best” mean in service?
Human effort may still be distracted; divine grace is not guaranteed.