Causes Quote by C. S. Lewis
“We are finite and God will not call us everywhere or to support every worthy cause. And real needs are not far from us.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, C. S. Lewis, 1942
Human capacity is limited; divine assistance is selective, focusing on immediate, tangible needs.
In simple terms: We can’t do everything; God helps where it matters most.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize local, urgent needs.
Themes
service
faith
humility
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- community aid
- personal volunteering
- charitable work
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What needs around you deserve immediate attention?
- How do you discern where to help?
A Different Perspective
Assumes all worthy causes are equally urgent.
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