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In a very real sense not one of us is qualified, but it…

“In a very real sense not one of us is qualified, but it seems that God continually chooses the most unqualified to do his work, to bear his glory. If we are qualified, we tend to think that we have done the job ourselves. If we are forced to accept our evident lack of qualification, then there's…” quote by Madeleine L'Engle
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“In a very real sense not one of us is qualified, but it seems that God continually chooses the most unqualified to do his work, to bear his glory. If we are qualified, we tend to think that we have done the job ourselves. If we are forced to accept our evident lack of qualification, then there's no danger that we will confuse God's work with our own, or God's glory with our own.”

Madeleine L'Engle

About This Quote

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

God often selects those who feel inadequate, preventing pride and ensuring divine work stays distinct from personal achievement.

In simple terms: God chooses the unqualified to keep us humble.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility and trust divine purpose.

Themes

humility faith divine purpose service

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • mission work
  • volunteer service
  • personal crises
  • leadership roles

Key Concepts

theology spirituality ego identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does feeling unqualified affect your willingness to serve?
  • When might self‑confidence be necessary?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on faith may limit self‑advocacy in practical matters.

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