Compassion Quote by Evelyn Waugh
“I've always been bad. Probably I shall be bad again, punished again. But the worse I am, the more I need God. I can't shut myself out from His mercy. ... Or it may be a private bargain between me and God, that if I give up this one thing I want so much, however bad I am, He won't quite despair of me in the end.”
About This Quote
The speaker acknowledges personal moral failure yet believes that divine mercy persists, suggesting a personal covenant where surrendering a deep desire could secure God's continued hope.
In simple terms: Badness meets divine mercy through surrender.
Key Takeaway
Even the worst can seek redemption.
Themes
redemption
faith
self-awareness
sacrifice
hope
Mood
reflective
hopeful
humble
Type
personal confession
theological reflection
When to use this quote
- confession of sin
- seeking forgiveness
- renouncing a passion
- prayerful introspection
Key Concepts
moral failure
divine mercy
personal covenant
Practical Applications
- spiritual counseling
- personal transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to be worthy of mercy?
- How does surrender change the relationship with the divine?
