Fear Quote by Lloyd C. Douglas
““Hoarded things might easily become a menace; a mere fire-and-theft risk; a breeding-ground for destructive insects; a source of worry. Men would have plenty of anxieties, but there was no sense in accumulating worries over THINGS! That kind of worry destroyed your character. Even an unused coat, hanging in your closet—it wasn't merely a useless thing that did nobody any good; it was an active agent of destruction to your life. And your LIFE must be saved, at all costs. What would it advantage a man—Jesus had demanded—if he were to gain the whole world, and lose his own life?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Man Who Could Not Die by Lloyd C. Douglas, 1935
Accumulating material worries harms character; spiritual value outweighs worldly gain.
In simple terms: Worrying about things destroys you.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize spiritual health.
Themes
materialism
spirituality
anxiety
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- financial planning
- minimalism
- mental health
- ethical decisions
Key Concepts
detachment
values
mortality
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you let go of today?
- How does spiritual focus change daily choices?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical benefits of possessions.
