Bends in the road Quote by Bob Goff
“I've learned that God sometimes allows us to find ourselves in a place where we want something so bad that we can't see past it. Sometimes we can't even see God because of it. When we want something that bad, it's easy to mistake what we truly need for the thing we really want. When this sort of thing happens, and it seems to happen to everyone, I've found it's because what God has for us is obscured from view, just around another bend in the road.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Love Does, 2012
He explains that intense desire can blind us to divine guidance, causing us to mistake wants for needs, and that God’s plan is often hidden just beyond our focus.
In simple terms: Strong cravings can hide what truly matters.
Key Takeaway
Pause, reflect, and seek deeper purpose beyond immediate wants.
Themes
faith
desire
spiritual discernment
Mood
hopeful
thoughtful
Type
inspirational
spiritual
When to use this quote
- life decisions
- spiritual retreats
- career choices
Key Concepts
divine purpose
self‑deception
goal setting
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you truly need versus what you want?
- How can you recognize divine guidance in daily life?
A Different Perspective
The view may oversimplify complex life circumstances.
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