Christ Quote by C. S. Lewis
“Christ says, 'Give me all. I don't want so much of your time and so much of your money and so much of your work: I want You.'”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, 1942
Divine focus asks for total devotion, not partial offerings of time, money, or effort.
In simple terms: God wants your whole self, not fragments.
Key Takeaway
Offer yourself fully, not just parts.
Themes
spirituality
devotion
self‑sacrifice
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer life
- charitable work
- personal sacrifice
Key Concepts
Total commitment
faith
relationship with the divine
Questions to Reflect On
- What does giving your whole self look like?
- How do you avoid compartmentalizing faith?
A Different Perspective
Partial devotion can lead to spiritual emptiness.
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