Heaven on earth Quote by Kevin DeYoung
““Many of us have had it so good that we have started looking for heaven on earth. We have lost any sort of pilgrim attitude. It’s all a matter of perspective. If you think that God has promised this world will be a five-star hotel, you will be miserable as you live though the normal struggles of life. But if you remember that God promised we would be pilgrims and this world may feel more like a desert or even a prison, you might find your life surprisingly happy.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: “Pilgrims in a Five‑Star World”, 2015
We often expect life to be perfect, but seeing it as a pilgrimage eases disappointment and brings joy.
In simple terms: Seeing life as a journey, not a luxury, reduces misery.
Embrace a pilgrim mindset.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career stress
- relationship challenges
- health setbacks
- spiritual doubts
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What expectations make you unhappy?
- How can you reframe struggles as growth?
If you view life as a hotel, you may never appreciate its simple blessings.