--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: My breath caught in wonder and surprise…" description: "\"“My breath caught in wonder and surprise and I remembered that during the darkest of hours, God is. ”\" — Lisa Samson" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e7e/lisa-samson-20322_god_my-breath-caught-in-wonder-and-surprise_1072048.jpg" --- # My breath caught in wonder and surprise and I remembered… ![“My breath caught in wonder and surprise and I remembered that during the darkest of hours, God is.” quote by Lisa Samson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e7e/lisa-samson-20322_god_my-breath-caught-in-wonder-and-surprise_1072048.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e7e/lisa-samson-20322_god_my-breath-caught-in-wonder-and-surprise_1072048.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/e7e/lisa-samson-20322_god_my-breath-caught-in-wonder-and-surprise_1072048.jpg) > ““My breath caught in wonder and surprise and I remembered that during the darkest of hours, God is. ”” [Lisa Samson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/lisa-samson/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Even in the deepest darkness, a sudden awe reminds us of God’s enduring presence. **In simple terms:** God is felt in moments of wonder during hard times. Key Takeaway Notice wonder as a sign of divine presence. Themes faith wonder darkness comfort Mood contemplative inspirational Type spiritual motivational When to use this quote - crisis - meditation - artistic creation - daily life Key Concepts theology mindfulness hope Questions to Reflect On - How does wonder change your perception of hardship? - What practices keep you aware of the divine? 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