Almighty Quote by George W. Bush
“I would never use God to promote foreign policy decisions. I recognize that in the eyes of an almighty, I am a lowly sinner, and I ask for strength and wisdom and I pray for calmness when the seas are storming, and I pray for others.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Faith and Policy, 2005
The speaker separates personal faith from political use, seeking divine guidance and humility amidst global turmoil.
In simple terms: Faith kept from political promotion, seeking guidance.
Seek humility and wisdom.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- foreign policy
- crisis management
- personal prayer
- public service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders keep faith private yet ethical?
- What boundaries protect secular governance?
Balancing faith and policy is complex and may appear contradictory.