Christ Quote by A. B. Simpson
“God never can use any man very much till he has grace enough to forget himself entirely while doing God's work; for He will not give His glory to another nor share with the most valued instrument the praise that belongs to Jesus Christ alone.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Grace of Forgetting, 1875
True service requires self‑effacement; only when we lose self‑interest can we fully reflect divine glory.
In simple terms: Serve without seeking praise.
Key Takeaway
Forget yourself, serve fully.
Themes
humility
service
spirituality
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- mission work
- church leadership
- personal devotion
Key Concepts
self‑sacrifice
divine purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you measure true self‑lessness?
- What habits keep ego in check?
A Different Perspective
Self‑interest can still linger, undermining sincerity.
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