Being free Quote by C. S. Lewis
“The happiness which God designs for his higher creatures is the happiness of being freely, voluntarily united to him.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Great Divorce, C. S. Lewis, 1946
True joy comes from freely choosing a relationship with the divine, not from external circumstances.
In simple terms: Joy is found in a voluntary union with God.
Key Takeaway
Seek a personal, voluntary connection with the divine.
Themes
spirituality
joy
free will
relationship with God
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- community worship
- ethical living
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
existential fulfillment
divine love
Questions to Reflect On
- What does voluntary devotion mean to you?
- How can this idea inspire inclusive compassion?
A Different Perspective
Some may view this as exclusive to believers.
