Approval Quote by Ambrose
“As a servant desireth the approval of his master, and a son the approval of his father, so should we desire the approval of God and our own conscience.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Decree of the Church, 4th century AD
We should seek both divine approval and personal integrity, just as servants and sons seek their superiors' and fathers' approval.
In simple terms: Seek God and conscience approval.
Align actions with faith and conscience.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile societal pressure with personal conscience?
- What does divine approval mean to you?
Balancing external expectations with internal moral compass can be challenging.