Children Quote by Brennan Manning
“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 the Father, Son and Spirit.”
About This Quote
The prayer wishes for the removal of personal ambitions so that one may experience childlike humility and the love of God, suggesting that surrender leads to spiritual fulfillment.
In simple terms: Let go of desires to feel God's childlike love.
Key Takeaway
Humility opens spiritual intimacy.
Themes
spirituality
humility
faith
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
prayerful
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal prayer retreats
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
renunciation of ego
Practical Applications
- practice daily surrender meditation
- embrace simple living
Questions to Reflect On
- How does letting go affect personal growth?
- Can humility coexist with ambition?
A Different Perspective
Total renunciation may conflict with healthy self‑care and responsibility.
