Babe Quote by Elisabeth Elliot
“O God, I confess I am not worthy to rock that little babe or wash its diapers, or to be entrusted with the care of a child and its mother. How is it that I without any merit have come to this distinction of being certain that I am serving thy creature and thy most precious will? Oh, how gladly will I do so. Though the duty should be even more insignificant and despised, neither frost nor heat, neither drudgery nor labor will distress me for I am certain that it is thus pleasing in thy sight.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Joy of Serving," 1978
She expresses humility and devotion, seeing child‑care as a sacred duty despite personal unworthiness.
In simple terms: Humility in service to others.
Key Takeaway
Serve with love regardless of status.
Themes
humility
service
faith
devotion
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- volunteering
- caregiving
- daily chores
Key Concepts
theology
self‑sacrifice
spiritual calling
Questions to Reflect On
- What small act of service can you offer today?
- How does humility shape your view of responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Even noble intentions can become burdens if not balanced with self‑care.
![“There are two ways whereby men may be guilty of the neglect of this heavenly favour:--[1.] They are so when the gift itself is not valued nor sought after, nor endeavoured to be attained. And this is done under various pretences. Some imagine that it is no gift of the Spirit, and so despise it…” quote by John Owen](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/800/john-owen-1415_quote_there-are-two-ways-whereby-men-may-be-gu_1064765.jpg)
