Comfort Quote by Elisabeth Elliot
“Do you often feel like parched ground, unable to produce anything worthwhile? I do. When I am in need of refreshment, it isn't easy to think of the needs of others. But I have found that if, instead of praying for my own comfort and satisfaction, I ask the Lord to enable me to give to others, an amazing thing often happens - I find my own needs wonderfully met. Refreshment comes in ways I would never have thought of, both for others, and then, incidentally, for myself.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Passions of the Heart, 1975
Focusing on serving others leads to unexpected personal blessings and spiritual refreshment.
In simple terms: Serve others, receive unexpected blessings.
Prioritize helping others.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- prayer
- community aid
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does serving others transform personal needs?
- What unexpected ways have you been refreshed?
Self‑centered focus may neglect self‑care.