All things are God's already; we can give him no right, by…
“All things are God's already; we can give him no right, by consecrating any, that he had not before, only we set it apart to his service - just as a gardener brings his master a basket of apricots, and presents them; his lord thanks him, and perhaps gives him something for his pains, and yet the apricots were as much his lord's before as now.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
We cannot claim ownership over what already belongs to God; we merely set it aside for divine purpose, like a gardener offering fruit that was always the lord's.
In simple terms: We have no right to claim God's gifts as ours.
Key Takeaway
Recognize humility before divine providence.
Themes
humility
divine providence
service
Mood
reverent
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- religious practice
- charitable giving
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
theology
ownership
gratitude
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you treat blessings as gifts or possessions?
- How does humility affect your service?
A Different Perspective
Assuming ownership can foster entitlement.