Compassion Quote by Keith Ward
““True sacrifice is the offering of self so that God can realize the power of creativity, compassion and friendship in and through your life.””
About This Quote
True sacrifice involves offering oneself so that divine creativity, compassion, and friendship can manifest through one's life.
In simple terms: Self‑offering enables divine qualities to flourish.
Key Takeaway
Embrace self‑sacrifice to unlock higher virtues.
Themes
spirituality
selflessness
creativity
friendship
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- volunteer work
- spiritual retreats
- community building
- creative projects
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What boundaries protect healthy self‑giving?
- How does one balance personal needs with sacrifice?
A Different Perspective
Self‑sacrifice can be misused to justify self‑neglect.
![“[It is appropriate that the Body and Blood of Christ be truly present in this Sacrament] because of the perfection of the New Covenant. The sacrifices of the Old Covenant contained the true sacrifice of Christ's Passion only in symbol…Therefore it was necessary that the sacrifice of the New…” quote by Thomas Aquinas](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/648/thomas-aquinas-837_appropriate_it-is-appropriate-that-the-body-and-bloo_1633205.jpg)
![“The earthly [city] has made for herself, according to her heart's desire, false gods out of any sources at all, even out of human beings, that she might adore them with sacrifices. The heavenly one, on the other hand, living like a wayfarer in this world, makes no false gods for herself. On the…” quote by Augustine of Hippo](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/106/augustine-of-hippo-2589_true-god_the-earthly-city-has-made-for-herself-ac_1593816.jpg)
