Being yourself Quote by Leonard Sweet
“Your life is not your own: it belongs to God. To "be yourself" is to be and do what God wants you to be and do, knowing that God created you for a mission and knows you and your mission better than you do.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gospel of the Kingdom, 2015
Life is viewed as a divine mission; personal identity is defined by fulfilling God's purpose.
In simple terms: Life belongs to God; being yourself means following God's plan.
Align daily actions with perceived divine purpose.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- religious practice
- personal decision‑making
- community service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “God’s plan” mean to you?
- How do you discern personal desire from perceived divine will?
May limit personal autonomy and diverse interpretations of purpose.