Ask yourself Quote by John Ortberg
““A very simple way to guard your soul is to ask yourself, “Will this situation block my soul’s connection to God?” As I begin living this question I find how little power the world has over my soul. What if I don’t get a promotion, or my boss doesn’t like me, or I have financial problems, or I have a bad hair day? Yes, these may cause disappointment, but do they have any power over my soul? Can they nudge my soul from its center, which is the very heart of God? When you think about it that way, you realize that external circumstances cannot keep you from being with God. If anything, they draw you closer to him.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Soul Care by John Ortberg, 2005
The quote urges checking whether external events disturb your spiritual connection, suggesting true peace comes from inner alignment with God, not circumstances.
In simple terms: External events shouldn't affect your inner spiritual connection.
Key Takeaway
Guard your soul by questioning the impact of situations.
Themes
spirituality
resilience
inner peace
Mood
reflective
hopeful
calm
Type
advice
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- work stress
- financial worries
- personal setbacks
- daily irritations
Key Concepts
theology
mindfulness
detachment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate between legitimate concerns and spiritual distractions?
- What practices help maintain inner peace amid chaos?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical actions needed to improve circumstances.
