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Calvary Quote by Amy Carmichael

“If I put my own good name before the other's highest good, then I know nothing of Calvary's love” quote by Amy Carmichael
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“If I put my own good name before the other's highest good, then I know nothing of Calvary's love”

Amy Carmichael

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Love and Sacrifice, 1925

Prioritizing personal reputation over others’ welfare shows lack of true love and humility.

In simple terms: Self‑interest over others shows shallow love.

Key Takeaway

Value others’ highest good.

Themes

humility selflessness spiritual love

Mood

reflective spiritual

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • mentoring
  • community service

Key Concepts

sacrificial love ethical priority

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does true love demand?
  • How can you put others first?
A Different Perspective

Self‑promotion can erode genuine compassion.

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