Now do I begin to be a disciple of Christ, and care for…
“Now do I begin to be a disciple of Christ, and care for nothing in this world, that so I may find Jesus. Let fire, or the cross, or wild beasts, or the breaking of my bones, or the cutting of me to pieces, or the shattering of my whole body, yea, all the tortures of the devil - let them all come upon me, only let me enjoy my God.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He seeks total devotion, willing to endure any suffering for divine union.
In simple terms: Willing to suffer for God.
Key Takeaway
Embrace sacrifice for faith.
Themes
faith
sacrifice
devotion
Mood
serious
determined
Type
spiritual
religious
When to use this quote
- prayer
- missionary work
- personal trials
- spiritual discipline
Key Concepts
Christian mysticism
martyrdom
Questions to Reflect On
- What sacrifices are truly necessary?
- How do you discern genuine devotion?
A Different Perspective
Extreme self‑mortification may harm health.