Disapproval Quote by Gregory Boyle
““Behold the One beholding you and smiling.” It is precisely because we have such an overactive disapproval gland ourselves that we tend to create God in our own image. It is truly hard for us to see the truth that disapproval does not seem to be part of God’s DNA. God is just too busy loving us to have any time left for disappointment.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Taming the Storm, 2018
People project their own disapproval onto God, but divine nature is love, not disappointment.
In simple terms: God is love, not judgment
Key Takeaway
Recognize and release personal judgment when thinking of the divine.
Themes
theology
self‑reflection
judgment
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- counseling
- spiritual discussions
Key Concepts
divine love
human projection
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal bias shape spiritual views?
- What practices reduce self‑judgment?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the complexity of theological concepts.
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