Calvary Quote by Amy Carmichael
“If I cannot in honest happiness take the second place (or the twentieth); if I cannot take the first without making a fuss about my unworthiness, then I know nothing of Calvary love.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Golden Road, Amy Carmichael, 1910
True love for Christ requires humility, accepting a secondary role without self‑importance.
In simple terms: Love Christ with humility, not pride.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humble service to love.
Themes
humility
spiritual love
self‑worth
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- volunteering
- mission work
Key Concepts
Christian devotion
self‑sacrifice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice humility daily?
- What does “second place” feel like in your life?
A Different Perspective
Humility may conflict with personal ambition.
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