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“I’ll give God one last chance: if at three o’clock this afternoon I suddenly find myself able to run the 100-yard dash in 12.4 seconds, I will return to the bosom of the Holy Mother Church. It’s a promise!” quote by Hendrik Groen
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““I’ll give God one last chance: if at three o’clock this afternoon I suddenly find myself able to run the 100-yard dash in 12.4 seconds, I will return to the bosom of the Holy Mother Church. It’s a promise!””

Hendrik Groen

About This Quote

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

A humorous vow to perform a miraculous feat to secure a promise to return to faith.

In simple terms: A pledge tied to an impossible sprint.

Key Takeaway

Set realistic goals for commitments.

Themes

faith humor commitment

Mood

lighthearted reflective

Type

fictional satirical

When to use this quote

  • personal vows
  • religious rituals
  • goal setting
  • self‑challenge

Key Concepts

theology literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives you to make extreme promises?
  • How does humor soften serious vows?
A Different Perspective

Risk of disappointment if promise fails.

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