Desire Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“I desire to press forward for direction to my Master in all things; but as to trusting to my own obedience and righteousness, I should be worse than a fool and ten times worse than a madman.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Trust in Divine Guidance, Charles Spurgeon, 1850s
Relying on personal judgment alone leads to folly; true wisdom comes from submitting to higher authority.
In simple terms: Don't trust only yourself; seek higher guidance.
Key Takeaway
Seek guidance, avoid self‑delusion.
Themes
faith
humility
wisdom
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
advice
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- spiritual growth
- leadership
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
divine authority
self‑deception
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust your own judgment?
- How can you balance self‑reliance with humility?
A Different Perspective
Human reasoning is limited; over‑reliance on self can cause error.
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