Andrew-murray Quote by Andrew Murray
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““True happiness is always self-forgetful: it loses itself in the object of its joy. As the joy of the Holy Ghost fills us, and we rejoice in God the Holy One, through our Lord Jesus Christ. [. . .] Love and joy ever keep company. Love, denying and forgetting itself for the brethren and the lost, living in them, finds the joy of God. ‘The kingdom of God is joy in the Holy Ghost.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Christian’s Secret of a Happy Life, 1888
Happiness arises when we focus on loving others and God, losing self-interest in divine joy.
In simple terms: Joy comes from loving God and others, not self.
Key Takeaway
Love selflessly to find true joy.
Themes
love
spirituality
joy
selflessness
Mood
uplifting
reverent
Type
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- church service
- volunteering
- counseling
- personal prayer
- community support
Key Concepts
Christian mysticism
theology
self-transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you love others without losing yourself?
- What practices help you stay centered in divine joy?
A Different Perspective
May overlook personal boundaries or neglect self-care.
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