Christian Quote by Elisabeth Elliot
![“[God] seems so much 'for us' these days. I have not lost one nameable thing by putting her and our whole affair in the simplest way possible into His hands. There has been no careful planning, no worrying over details in the matter. I have simply recognized love in me, declared it to her, and to…” quote by Elisabeth Elliot](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9c6/elisabeth-elliot-1209_christian_god-seems-so-much-for-us-these-days-i-ha_3023004.jpg)
““[God] seems so much 'for us' these days. I have not lost one nameable thing by putting her and our whole affair in the simplest way possible into His hands. There has been no careful planning, no worrying over details in the matter. I have simply recognized love in me, declared it to her, and to Him, and as frankly as I could told Him I wanted His way in it. There has been no leading thus far to engagement, but the symptoms of a beautiful courtship prevail - not, perhaps, a routine one, or a 'normal' one, but a good one, nevertheless, and, withal, a deep sense that it is God-directed.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Passion and Purity by Elisabeth Elliot, 1985
Trusting God to guide a relationship removes the need for over‑planning, allowing love to unfold naturally under divine direction.
In simple terms: Let God lead your love life.
Key Takeaway
Surrender control to divine guidance.
Themes
faith
relationships
trust
divine guidance
love
Mood
hopeful
reflective
faithful
Type
spiritual
relationship
inspirational
When to use this quote
- courtship
- marriage decisions
- conflict resolution
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
spiritual surrender
trust in providence
relationship dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance trust in God with responsible planning?
- What signs indicate divine direction versus personal desire?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical considerations and lead to passive dependence.
