Abandonment Quote by Jeanne Marie Bouvier de la Motte Guyon
“God causes us to promise in time of peace what He exacts from us in time of war; He enables us to make our abandonments in joy, but He requires the fulfilment of them in the midst of much bitterness.”
About This Quote
Highlights the contrast between promises made in peace and obligations faced in war, emphasizing fulfillment amid hardship.
In simple terms: Peace promises differ from wartime demands.
Honor commitments even in difficulty.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- military service
- personal vows
- ethical dilemmas
- family obligations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance peace and conflict?
- What sacrifices are justified?
May ignore personal limits.