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Good will Quote by E. Stanley Jones

“Be so preoccupied with good will that you haven't room for ill will.” quote by E. Stanley Jones
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“Be so preoccupied with good will that you haven't room for ill will.”

E. Stanley Jones

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Power of Goodwill, 1935

Prioritize goodwill so fully that negativity has no space.

In simple terms: Focus on kindness, ignore malice.

Key Takeaway

Practice unconditional goodwill.

Themes

kindness spirituality ethical living

Mood

serene hopeful

Type

spiritual ethical

When to use this quote

  • community service
  • personal relationships
  • conflict mediation

Key Concepts

moral philosophy inner peace

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain vigilance while being kind?
  • Can goodwill coexist with healthy boundaries?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting caution can lead to exploitation.

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