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“There is a God and He is good, and his love, while free, has a self imposed cost: We must be good to one another.” quote by George H. W. Bush
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“There is a God and He is good, and his love, while free, has a self imposed cost: We must be good to one another.”

George H. W. Bush

About This Quote

Source Speech: Inaugural Address, George H. W. Bush, 1989

Divine goodness and love require us to treat each other well, imposing a moral cost on selfishness.

In simple terms: God’s love calls for mutual kindness.

Key Takeaway

Be kind to others.

Themes

morality spirituality community

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

ethical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • workplace
  • volunteering
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

theology ethics altruism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does belief in a higher power shape your behavior?
  • What are practical ways to show kindness daily?
A Different Perspective

Human nature can resist moral duty; not all feel divine obligation.

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