I end with a blessing from Larry Hine, Brennan Manning’s…
““I end with a blessing from Larry Hine, Brennan Manning’s spiritual director, who delivered this benediction at Manning’s ordination service: May all of your expectations be frustrated, May all of your plans be thwarted, May all of your desires be withered into nothingness, That you may experience the powerlessness and poverty of a child, and can sing and dance in the love of God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The benediction asks for the loss of personal expectations and plans so that one can experience childlike humility and divine love.
In simple terms: Let go of control to find spiritual humility and love.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility to receive divine love.
Themes
humility
spirituality
faith
letting go
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
reverent
Type
prayer
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual retreat
- grief counseling
- creative block
- relationship conflict
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What expectations are you clinging to?
- How can surrender deepen your faith?
A Different Perspective
If expectations are never frustrated, growth may stall.