Always Quote by Coretta Scott King
“I always knew that I was called to do something. I didn't know what, but I finally rationalized after I met Martin - and it took a lot of praying to discover this - that this was probably what God had called me to do: to marry him.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 1970s, Coretta Scott King
She felt a divine calling, uncertain of purpose, clarified through prayer and meeting Martin, leading to marriage as her perceived destiny.
In simple terms: She believed God called her to marry Martin after prayer.
Key Takeaway
Trust your inner guidance and seek clarity through reflection.
Themes
faith
purpose
marriage
spirituality
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
inspirational
personal
When to use this quote
- relationship decisions
- spiritual seeking
- life purpose
- marriage planning
Key Concepts
divine calling
personal destiny
prayer
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “calling” mean to you?
- How do you balance faith and personal choice?
A Different Perspective
Interpretation may overlook personal agency and practical considerations.
![“I always knew that I was called to do something. I didn't know what, but I finally rationalized after I met Martin [Luther King, Jr.] and it took a lot of praying to discover this, that this was probably what God had called me to do, to marry him.” quote by Coretta Scott King](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/911/coretta-scott-king-3912_kings_i-always-knew-that-i-was-called-to-do-so_439221.jpg)
![“In San Diego there is a highly popular course called How to Marry Money. Note that the marriage is to money - not to a person. I inquired about the percentage of men attending... 'The course is really for women,' [the instructor replied,] 'it's not relevant to men.'” quote by Warren Farrell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/53f/warren-farrell-1187_attending_in-san-diego-there-is-a-highly-popular-c_3009567.jpg)
![“[...]alone you stood before God when he called you; alone you had to answer that call; alone you had to struggle and pray; and alone you will die and give an account to God. If you refuse to be alone you are rejecting Christ's call to you, and you can have no part in the community of those who are…” quote by Dietrich Bonhoeffer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e99/dietrich-bonhoeffer-303_god-called_alone-you-stood-before-god-when-he-calle_224657.jpg)
