Asks Quote by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
“Lean on thyself until thy strength is tried; Then ask God's help; it will not be denied. Use thine own sight to see the way to go; When darkness falls ask God the path to show. Think for thyself and reason out thy plan; God has His work and thou hast thine. Exert thy will and use for self-control; God gave thee jurisdiction of thy soul. All thine immortal powers bring into play; Think, act, strive, reason, and look up and pray.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Divine Guidance, Ella Wheeler Wilcox, 1905
Rely on personal effort and divine assistance; combine self‑reasoning with prayer to navigate challenges.
In simple terms: Blend self‑effort with prayer.
Key Takeaway
Seek balance of will and faith.
Themes
faith
self‑reliance
prayer
Mood
motivational
spiritual
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- goal setting
- crisis coping
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
personal agency
divine aid
discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- When do you trust your own judgment versus seeking divine guidance?
- How can you integrate prayer into daily decision‑making?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on self can neglect needed divine help.
