When later he [St. Joseph] carried the Child in his arms…
![“When later he [St. Joseph] carried the Child in his arms, acts of loving faith welled up constantly in his heart. It was a worship that pleased our Lord more than that which he receives in heaven. Picture to yourself Saint Joseph, adoring the little Child in his arms as his God. He tells of his…” quote by Peter Julian Eymard](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/feb/peter-julian-eymard-11275_arms_when-later-he-st-joseph-carried-the-chil_1125715.jpg)
“When later he [St. Joseph] carried the Child in his arms, acts of loving faith welled up constantly in his heart. It was a worship that pleased our Lord more than that which he receives in heaven. Picture to yourself Saint Joseph, adoring the little Child in his arms as his God. He tells of his readiness to die for Christ, of all his plans to promote Christ's glory, and to win more souls to his love. No lover builds more scintillating plans for his loved one than a saint.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A saint’s love for Christ is shown through selfless devotion and willingness to sacrifice, surpassing even heavenly worship.
In simple terms: Selfless love for Christ exceeds heavenly worship.
Key Takeaway
Embrace selfless devotion.
Themes
faith
devotion
self-sacrifice
spiritual love
Mood
reverent
inspirational
Type
spiritual
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- spiritual reflection
- serving others
Key Concepts
sanctity
agape
sacrifice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you embody selfless love daily?
- What does true devotion look like?