Confession Quote by Madame Guyon
““Those who tread these paths should be informed of a matter respecting their confession in which they are apt to err. When they begin to give an account of their sins, instead of the regret and contrition they had been accustomed to feel, they find that love and tranquility sweetly pervade and take possession of their souls: now those who are not properly instructed are desirous of withdrawing from this sensation to form an act of contrition, because they have heard, and with truth, that it is requisite: but they are not aware that they lose thereby the genuine contrition, which is this Intuitive Love, infinitely surpassing any effect produced by self-exertion . . . Be not then troubled about other things when God acts so excellently in you and for you.””
About This Quote
True contrition arises from intuitive love, not forced remorse; divine love transforms the soul.
In simple terms: Genuine repentance comes from love, not forced sorrow.
Key Takeaway
Seek love‑based transformation over ritual guilt.
Themes
spirituality
repentance
love
transformation
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
theological
reflective
When to use this quote
- confession
- spiritual counseling
- personal prayer
Key Concepts
intuitive love
divine grace
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- How can love replace forced remorse?
- What does intuitive love feel like?
A Different Perspective
Rituals may feel empty without heartfelt love.
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