Calm Quote by James Gilmour
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“The ten days we passed there [at Ta Chêng Tzu], we were the song of the drunkard and the jest of the abjects; but the peace of God passes all understanding, and that kept my heart and mind. We put a calm front on, put out our stand daily, and carried ourselves as if nothing had happened. The great thought of my mind in these days, - and the great object of my life, - is to be like Christ. As He was in the world, so we are to be. He was in the world to manifest God; we are in the world to manifest Christ.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Personal correspondence, early 20th century missionary work
The writer describes a spiritual journey seeking divine peace, aligning personal conduct with Christ-like humility and purpose despite external turmoil.
In simple terms: Seek inner peace by emulating Christ’s humility.
Key Takeaway
Live humbly, serve others, find peace.
Themes
spirituality
humility
faith
inner peace
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- missionary work
- personal crisis
- daily devotion
- community service
Key Concepts
Christ‑like service
theological reflection
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- In what ways can you embody humility today?
- How does spiritual peace affect daily decisions?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing Christ may ignore human limitations and cause self‑criticism.
