I am only a little pencil in the hand of our Lord. He may…
“I am only a little pencil in the hand of our Lord. He may cut or sharpen the pencil. He may write or draw whatever and whenever he wants. If the writing or drawing is good, we do not honor the pencil or the material that is used, but rather the one who used it.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human tools are tools of divine will; humility and purpose flow from service.
In simple terms: We are tools of divine will.
Key Takeaway
Serve humbly.
Themes
faith
humility
service
Mood
reflective
spiritual
Type
religious
inspirational
When to use this quote
- charity work
- personal devotion
- community aid
Key Concepts
Divine purpose
spiritual agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility influence personal growth?
- What balance between service and self‑care?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on humility may suppress self‑care.