A Quote by James C. Dobson
““Let me leave you with this thought, written by my father before he died. If you incorporate it into your system of values, it will serve as a worthy guide to the management of your sexual energy: Strong desire is like a river. As long as it flows within the banks of God’s will—be the current strong or weak—all is well. But when it overruns those boundaries and seeks its own channels, then disaster lurks in the rampage below.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Dare to Dream, James C. Dobson, 1995
Desire must be guided by higher purpose; unchecked passion leads to chaos.
In simple terms: Control desire with values.
Align desire with higher purpose.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- personal development
- religious guidance
- health coaching
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize when desire exceeds healthy bounds?
- What higher purpose can guide your passions?
Human desire is complex; strict control may cause repression.