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“Your real, new self (which is Christ's and also yours, and yours just because it is His) will not come as long as you are looking for it. It will come when you are looking for Him.” quote by C. S. Lewis
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“Your real, new self (which is Christ's and also yours, and yours just because it is His) will not come as long as you are looking for it. It will come when you are looking for Him.”

C. S. Lewis

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Spiritual growth occurs when focus shifts from self‑search to seeking the divine.

In simple terms: Seek God, not yourself, to find true self.

Key Takeaway

Redirect personal quest toward higher purpose.

Themes

spirituality self‑discovery faith

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

religious philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal meditation
  • prayer groups
  • counseling sessions
  • life coaching

Key Concepts

theology psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “looking for Him” mean to you?
  • How does self‑focus hinder personal growth?
A Different Perspective

May not resonate with non‑religious readers.

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