Candidates Quote by Joni Eareckson Tada
“God deliberately chooses weak, suffering and unlikely candidates to get His work done, so that in the end, the glory goes to God and not to the person.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "Living with Disability", Joni Eareckson Tada, 2010
God often works through those who seem weak or suffering, allowing divine glory to shine rather than personal achievement.
In simple terms: God uses the weak for divine purpose.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and trust in larger purpose beyond personal success.
Themes
faith
humility
purpose
weakness
divine glory
Mood
hopeful
reverent
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- personal testimony
- counseling
- community service
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual resilience
suffering as catalyst
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we honor those who suffer without idealizing their pain?
- What role does personal agency play in divine work?
A Different Perspective
Relying on suffering can risk glorifying pain over healing.
