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Devotion signifies a life given, or devoted to God. He…

“Devotion signifies a life given, or devoted to God. He therefore is the devout man, who lives no longer to his own will, or the way and spirit of the world, but to the sole will of God, who considers God in everything, who serves God in everything, who makes all the parts of his common life, parts…” quote by William Law
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““Devotion signifies a life given, or devoted to God. He therefore is the devout man, who lives no longer to his own will, or the way and spirit of the world, but to the sole will of God, who considers God in everything, who serves God in everything, who makes all the parts of his common life, parts of piety, by doing everything in the name of God, and under such rules as are conformable to his Glory.””

William Law

About This Quote

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

Devotion means surrendering personal will to God's will, integrating faith into all actions.

In simple terms: Live for God, not self.

Key Takeaway

Align daily life with divine purpose.

Themes

faith selflessness spiritual discipline

Mood

contemplative inspirational

Type

theological ethical

When to use this quote

  • prayer life
  • charitable work
  • ethical decision making
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

theocentrism piety moral obedience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your daily routine reflect your values?
  • Can you serve others without losing self-care?
A Different Perspective

Strict self-denial can cause neglect of personal needs; balance is required.

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