Arms Quote by David Platt
“We learned that orphans are easier to ignore before you know their names. They are easier to ignore before you see their faces. It is easier to pretend they’re not real before you hold them in your arms. But once you do, everything changes.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Gospel Project, 2015
Seeing a child's face and holding them makes their humanity undeniable, shifting empathy from abstract to personal.
In simple terms: Seeing a child makes you care.
Key Takeaway
Connect personally to see the impact.
Themes
empathy
humanity
care
personal connection
Mood
reflective
compassionate
Type
inspirational
ethical
When to use this quote
- social work
- volunteering
- fostering
- advocacy
- education
Key Concepts
psychology
social perception
identity
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal contact change your view?
- What barriers keep you from seeing others?
A Different Perspective
If you never meet them, you may stay indifferent.
