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Compassion Quote by Charles Spurgeon

“I think that is a better thing than thanksgiving: thanks-living. How is this to be done? By a general cheerfulness of manner, by an obedience to the command of Him by whose mercy we live, by a perpetual, constant delighting of ourselves in the Lord, and by a submission of our desires to His will.” quote by Charles Spurgeon
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“I think that is a better thing than thanksgiving: thanks-living. How is this to be done? By a general cheerfulness of manner, by an obedience to the command of Him by whose mercy we live, by a perpetual, constant delighting of ourselves in the Lord, and by a submission of our desires to His will.”

Charles Spurgeon

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Thanksgiving Sermon, 1865

True gratitude is living constantly in joy and obedience to God's mercy, aligning desires with divine will.

In simple terms: Live joyfully, obey God, align desires.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate constant gratitude.

Themes

gratitude faith obedience

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily prayer
  • community worship
  • personal reflection
  • service work

Key Concepts

theology spiritual discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice gratitude daily?
  • What desires need surrendering?
A Different Perspective

May become feel burdensome if not balanced with realism.

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