Church Quote by Charles R. Swindoll
““I cannot at the same time accept the glory and give God the glory... Glorifying God means being occupied with and committed to His ways rather than preoccupied with and determined my own way. It is being so thrilled with Him, so devoted to Him, so committed to Him that we cannot get enough of Him!””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: “Glorifying God” by Charles R. Swindoll, 1990s
True devotion to God means making His will the center of life, not personal ambition.
In simple terms: Put God first, not yourself.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize God's ways over your own.
Themes
faith
humility
devotion
Mood
reverent
inspired
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- leadership
- spiritual growth
- daily worship
Key Concepts
theocentrism
spiritual surrender
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you measure your focus on God's will?
- What habits keep you centered on Him?
A Different Perspective
Human nature often pulls toward self‑interest, making total surrender difficult.
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