Desire Quote by John Bisagno
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““You may be confident that if something is necessary for the carrying out of His will in your life, God is ready to give it…If they [desires] are not mere whims to bring only momentary satisfaction or glory to us but are rather true desires to accomplish more good and live more fully to His glory, then it will be in accordance with His will. Only a careful searching of your heart can allow you to know the motivation that prompts your prayer.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Unknown, 2020
True desires aligned with divine purpose require heartfelt introspection to discern genuine motivation behind prayers.
In simple terms: Seek genuine, God‑aligned desires through self‑examination.
Key Takeaway
Align wishes with higher purpose.
Themes
spirituality
self‑reflection
purpose
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal discern
- spiritual growth
- decision making
- goal setting
Key Concepts
divine will
motivation
prayer
Questions to Reflect On
- What desires truly serve a higher purpose?
- How can you test if a desire aligns with divine will?
A Different Perspective
May misinterpretation of desire lead to selfish pursuits.
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