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Parenting Quote by Grace Livingston Hill

“And you think the Lord gives attention to such little details as how long a potato should cook?” asked Ruth earnestly. “Why yes, dear,” answered the mother, “if you put a matter, even a little matter, into the Lord’s hands to guide you, and trust that He will, of course He will.” quote by Grace Livingston Hill
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““And you think the Lord gives attention to such little details as how long a potato should cook?” asked Ruth earnestly. “Why yes, dear,” answered the mother, “if you put a matter, even a little matter, into the Lord’s hands to guide you, and trust that He will, of course He will.””

Grace Livingston Hill

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Mystery of the Little Things, 1935

Trusting small concerns to divine guidance shows faith in God's care for details.

In simple terms: Faith in God’s care for details.

Key Takeaway

Trust small matters to God.

Themes

faith trust divine guidance

Mood

hopeful reassuring

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • family decision making
  • seeking guidance
  • overcoming anxiety

Key Concepts

theology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance trust in God with personal action?
  • What small details have you surrendered?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on divine intervention may limit personal responsibility.

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