Country Quote by Francois Fenelon
“How dangerous it is for our salvation, how unworthy of God and of ourselves, how pernicious even for the peace of our hearts, to want always to stay where we are! Our whole life was only given us to advance us by great strides toward our heavenly country.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Spiritual Life, 1685
Stagnation end the soul; progress toward divine purpose requires continual growth and humility.
In simple terms: Staying still harms spiritual growth.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change and seek growth.
Themes
spirituality
growth
humility
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- life decisions
- career advancement
- relationships
Key Concepts
theology
personal development
Questions to Reflect On
- What areas of your life are you resisting change?
- How can you view discomfort as a sign of growth?
A Different Perspective
Change can be frightening and may cause loss of comfort.
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