Blessing Quote by Brennan Manning
““Larry Hein, who wrote the blessing: May all your expectations be frustrated, may all your plans be thwarted, may all your desires be withered into nothingness, that you may experience the powerlessness and poverty of a child and sing and dance in the love of God who is Father, Son, and Spirit””
About This Quote
A prayer wishing that one’s ambitions be stripped away so they can find humility and divine love.
In simple terms: Let go of expectations to discover childlike humility and love.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and divine love.
Themes
humility
spirituality
letting go
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
prayer
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual practice
- grief counseling
- creative block
- relationship conflict
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What expectations are you clinging to?
- How might surrender change your relationship with God?
A Different Perspective
May be difficult for those who value achievement and control.
