Accepting Quote by John Henry Newman
“Feast of Clare of Assisi, Founder of the Order of Minoresses (Poor Clares), 1253 Commemoration of John Henry Newman, Priest, Teacher, Tractarian, 1890 It is our great relief that God is not extreme to mark what is done amiss, that he looks at the motives, and accepts and blesses in spite of incidental errors.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Commemoration of John Henry Newman, 1890
God judges actions by motives rather than perfection, forgiving imperfect outcomes when intentions are good.
In simple terms: God cares about motives, not flawless results.
Key Takeaway
Focus on good intent, not perfection.
Themes
forgiveness
motivation
ethics
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- teaching
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
theology
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you prioritize intent over outcome?
- How can you align motives with actions?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can still hinder progress despite good motives.
