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“Say much of what the Lord has done for you, but say little of what you have done for the Lord.” quote by Charles Spurgeon
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“Say much of what the Lord has done for you, but say little of what you have done for the Lord.”

Charles Spurgeon

About This Quote

Source Sermon: "The Lord's Work", 1865

Emphasizes humility, urging gratitude for divine blessings while minimizing self‑praise for personal deeds.

In simple terms: Give thanks to God, not yourself.

Key Takeaway

Focus on God's work, not your own.

Themes

humility gratitude faith

Mood

reflective reverent

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • church service
  • personal testimony
  • teaching
  • worship

Key Concepts

theology spiritual practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance gratitude with acknowledging your own contributions?
  • What impact does modesty have on community perception?
A Different Perspective

May overlook personal responsibility or self‑effort.

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