God Quote by Anselm of Canterbury
““Lord, give me what you have made me want; I praise and thank you for the desire that you have inspired; perfect what you have begun, and grant me what you have made me long for.””
About This Quote
Source Prayer: Medieval Litany, Anselm of Canterbury, 11th century
A plea for divine assistance to fulfill one's deepest desires and complete God's work in us.
In simple terms: Ask God to help achieve what you truly want.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine guidance for personal goals.
Themes
faith
desire
divine assistance
Mood
hopeful
reverent
Type
spiritual
prayer
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- goal setting
- spiritual growth
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual longing
Questions to Reflect On
- What desire do you feel is divinely inspired?
- How do you discern between personal wish and spiritual calling?
A Different Perspective
Relies on belief in a higher power, may not resonate with secular perspectives.
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