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As God adds his ‘Yes’ to your ‘Yes,’ as he confirms your…

“As God adds his ‘Yes’ to your ‘Yes,’ as he confirms your will with his will, and as he allows you, and approves of, your triumph and rejoicing and pride, he makes you at the same time instruments of his will and purpose both for yourselves and for others. In his unfathomable condescension God does…” quote by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
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“As God adds his ‘Yes’ to your ‘Yes,’ as he confirms your will with his will, and as he allows you, and approves of, your triumph and rejoicing and pride, he makes you at the same time instruments of his will and purpose both for yourselves and for others. In his unfathomable condescension God does add his ‘Yes’ to yours; but by doing so, he creates out of your love something quite new – the holy estate of matrimony…”

Dietrich Bonhoeffer

About This Quote

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

God’s affirmation of our desires aligns with divine purpose, making our love a conduit for a higher, shared destiny, especially in marriage.

In simple terms: God says “yes” to our “yes,” creating a shared holy purpose.

Key Takeaway

Trust divine guidance and let love serve a greater purpose.

Themes

faith marriage purpose divine will

Mood

reverent inspirational thoughtful

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • spiritual formation
  • community building
  • personal vocation

Key Concepts

theology spiritual partnership obedience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern genuine divine affirmation?
  • In what ways can love become a shared holy purpose?
A Different Perspective

Human interpretation may differ, risking misuse of divine “yes.”

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