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Children Quote by J. Dwight Pentecost

“When one submits himself to the Lord to do His will, God begins to unfold step by step that which is His will for His child. Get this cardinal fact in mind: God can speak loud enough to make a willing soul hear, but God cannot speak loud enough to reveal His will to an unwilling soul. Willingness…” quote by J. Dwight Pentecost
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““When one submits himself to the Lord to do His will, God begins to unfold step by step that which is His will for His child. Get this cardinal fact in mind: God can speak loud enough to make a willing soul hear, but God cannot speak loud enough to reveal His will to an unwilling soul. Willingness to do God's will is a prerequisite to knowing that will.””

J. Dwight Pentecost

About This Quote

Willingness is required to understand God’s will; divine guidance won’t reach the unwilling.

In simple terms: Only willing hearts hear divine direction.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate openness to spiritual guidance.

Themes

faith obedience divine communication spiritual growth

Mood

reflective hopeful serious

Type

theological instructional motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • church teaching
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

theology personal development psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What blocks your willingness?
  • How can you become more receptive?
A Different Perspective

Unwillingness may be rooted in fear or doubt, limiting growth.

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