My, how foolish I am! You know what I've always thought?…
““My, how foolish I am! You know what I've always thought? I've always thought a body would have to be sick and dying before they saw the Lord. And I imagined that when He came it would be like looking at the Baptist window: pretty as colored glass with the sun pouring through, such a shine you don't know it's getting dark. And it's been a comfort: to think of that shine taking away all the spooky feeling. But I'll wager it never happens. I'll wager at the very end a body realizes the Lord has already shown Himself. That things as they are, just what they've always seen, was seeing Him. As for me, I could leave the world with today in my eyes.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Spiritual revelation may be a gradual, familiar presence rather than a dramatic, transformative event at life's end.
In simple terms: Divine truth is often subtle, not spectacular.
Key Takeaway
Recognize everyday spiritual moments.
Themes
spirituality
humility
existence
death
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
theological
personal narrative
When to use this quote
- aging
- illness
- mortality
Key Concepts
faith
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you find meaning in ordinary experiences?
- What does “seeing Him” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Expecting a dramatic sign can lead to disappointment.