Desire is the putting of my will into God’s concern. It’s…
“Desire is the putting of my will into God’s concern. It’s not a passive, sitting back in your easy chair, folding your arms sort of thing, which says, 'Well, I’m willing, if God would only give me a good swift kick and send me.' That’s willingness all right. But God doesn’t want willingness, He wants will! He wants your will put behind those desires.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True commitment aligns personal will with divine purpose, not merely passive willingness.
In simple terms: Align your will with God's plan.
Key Takeaway
Act on desires with purposeful will.
Themes
faith
will
purpose
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- spiritual growth
- mission work
- daily choices
Key Concepts
spiritual alignment
obedience
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn willingness into decisive action?
- What desires need your will behind them?
A Different Perspective
Willingness alone may lead to inaction without true will.