Children Quote by Dorotheus of Gaza
“If a man really sets his heart upon the will of God, God will enlighten a little child to tell that man what is His will. But if a man does not truly desire the will of God, even if he goes in search of a prophet, God will put into the heart of the prophet a reply like the deception in his own heart.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Homily on Divine Will, 6th century Byzantine
A sincere desire for God's will invites divine guidance, while insincere seeking leads to deception.
In simple terms: Seeking God's will honestly brings guidance; insincerity brings false answers.
Key Takeaway
Align heart with divine purpose.
Themes
faith
divine will
guidance
deception
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
spiritual
didactic
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- spiritual counseling
- religious study
Key Concepts
spiritual discernment
prophetic authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you truly seek God's will?
- How do you test the authenticity of guidance?
A Different Perspective
If desire is false, guidance may be misleading.
