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O my God, teach me to be generous, teach me to serve you…

“O my God, teach me to be generous, teach me to serve you as I should, to give without counting the cost, to fight without fear of being wounded, to work without seeking rest, to labour without expecting any reward, but the knowledge that I am doing your most holy will.” quote by St. Ignatius of Loyola
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““O my God, teach me to be generous, teach me to serve you as I should, to give without counting the cost, to fight without fear of being wounded, to work without seeking rest, to labour without expecting any reward, but the knowledge that I am doing your most holy will.””

St. Ignatius of Loyola

About This Quote

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

Seek generosity, selfless service, fearless action, diligent work, and reward‑less labor, trusting in divine purpose.

In simple terms: Be generous, serve, work hard without expecting reward.

Key Takeaway

Serve selflessly with faith.

Themes

generosity service faith selflessness work

Mood

inspirational devotional

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • mission work
  • personal devotion
  • community service

Key Concepts

theology spiritual discipline ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean to work without seeking rest?
  • How can one cultivate fearless service?
A Different Perspective

Human limits and fear can hinder selfless action.

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