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Alive Quote by Fulton J. Sheen

“When we die to something, something comes alive within us. If we die to self, charity comes alive; if we die to pride, service comes alive; if we die to lust, reverence for personality comes alive; if we die to anger, love comes alive.” quote by Fulton J. Sheen
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“When we die to something, something comes alive within us. If we die to self, charity comes alive; if we die to pride, service comes alive; if we die to lust, reverence for personality comes alive; if we die to anger, love comes alive.”

Fulton J. Sheen

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Power of Self‑Denial, 1950s

Dying to egoic impulses awakens higher virtues like charity and love.

In simple terms: Letting go of selfishness brings virtue.

Key Takeaway

Practice self‑denial to grow spiritually.

Themes

spirituality virtue self‑denial

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • relationships
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

theology psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which egoic habit would you release?
  • How does letting go change relationships?
A Different Perspective

Self‑denial can be misinterpreted as self‑neglect.

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