Command Quote by Barbara Brown Taylor
“I live by the simplest, perhaps facile command that Jesus ever gave, which is to love God with the whole self and the neighbor as the self, and I find that's entirely consuming. To do those two things leaves me very little time to do much else.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Theology of Love, 2005
Loving God fully and loving others as oneself consumes one’s life, leaving little room for other pursuits.
In simple terms: Total love for God and neighbor dominates life.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize love above all else.
Themes
faith
love
selflessness
Mood
reflective
devotional
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- daily worship
- community service
- personal relationships
- time management
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
spiritual devotion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does loving others limit your personal ambitions?
- Can love be balanced with self‑interest?
A Different Perspective
Such total devotion may neglect self‑care and personal goals.
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