Dependence Quote by Hannah Whitall Smith
“No soul can be really at rest until it has given up all dependence on everything else and has been forced to depend on the Lord alone. As long as our expectation is from other things, nothing but disappointment awaits us.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Life and Work of Hannah Whitall Smith, 1905
True peace comes from relinquishing all reliance on anything but the divine; external expectations bring disappointment.
In simple terms: Peace requires total reliance on God; expectations cause disappointment.
Key Takeaway
Let go of all but divine reliance.
Themes
faith
dependence
peace
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- counseling
- stress reduction
Key Concepts
spiritual surrender
expectation management
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you identify non‑divine dependencies?
- How might you balance trust and practical needs?
A Different Perspective
Total reliance may be unrealistic for many.
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