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“Some people still make promises and keep those they make. When they do, they help make life around them more stably human.” quote by Lewis B. Smedes
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“Some people still make promises and keep those they make. When they do, they help make life around them more stably human.”

Lewis B. Smedes

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Source Book: "The Gift of Forgiveness", 1996, HarperCollins, 1996

Keeping promises stabilizes relationships and fosters humanity.

In simple terms: Promises create stable, humane connections.

Key Takeaway

Honor commitments for social stability.

Themes

trust commitment humanity

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • friendship
  • team projects
  • leadership

Key Concepts

ethics social cohesion psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you respond when promises fail?
  • What values support reliability?
A Different Perspective

People may break promises despite good intentions.

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