Friendship Quote by Maltbie Davenport Babcock
“If you can help anybody even a little, be glad; up the steps of usefulness and kindness, God will lead you on to happiness and friendship.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Life and Teachings of Babcock, 1915
Helping others, however small, brings joy and leads to deeper friendships and happiness.
In simple terms: Small help creates joy and friendship.
Key Takeaway
Offer even tiny assistance.
Themes
kindness
service
gratitude
Mood
hopeful
compassionate
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- daily acts of kindness
- peer support
Key Concepts
altruism
community
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What small act can you do today?
- How do you maintain self‑care while helping?
A Different Perspective
Self‑sacrifice may lead to burnout if boundaries aren’t set.
![“Unless we're very intentional about meditating on these truths [that show God's love], they slip from our thoughts like misty dreams that evaporate in the morning light. That's why Luther said we must take heed then, to embrace...the love and kindness of God...[and to] daily excercise [our] faith…” quote by Elyse Fitzpatrick](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/025/elyse-fitzpatrick-19135_doubt_unless-we-re-very-intentional-about-medi_259795.jpg)
