Benevolence Quote by David Livingstone
“Remember us in your prayers that we grow not weary in well doing. It is hard to work for years with pure motives, and all the time be looked upon by most of those to whom our lives are devoted as having some sinister object in view. Disinterested labor - benevolence - is so out of their line of thought, that many look upon us as having some ulterior object in view; but He who died for us, and Whom we ought to copy, did more for us than we can do for any one else. He endured the contradiction of sinners. We should have grace to follow in His steps.”
About This Quote
Enduring faithful work without selfish motives invites suspicion, yet divine example offers grace to persist.
In simple terms: Enduring faithful work without selfish motives invites suspicion.
Key Takeaway
Persevere with humility and trust divine guidance.
Themes
faith
service
humility
perseverance
misunderstanding
Mood
hopeful
steadfast
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- mission work
- volunteering
- long‑term projects
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain integrity under scrutiny?
- What signs indicate you are on the right path?
A Different Perspective
Misinterpretation can demoralize; external support may be needed.
![“Now that practical skills have developed enough to provide adequately for material needs, one of these sciences which are not devoted to utilitarian ends [mathematics] has been able to arise in Egypt, the priestly caste there having the leisure necessary for disinterested research.” quote by Aristotle](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2ee/aristotle-78_able_now-that-practical-skills-have-developed_114834.jpg)
![“They [spies] cannot be properly managed without benevolence and straightforwardness.” quote by Sun Tzu](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/13c/sun-tzu-283_art_they-spies-cannot-be-properly-managed-wi_77546.jpg)
