Future plans Quote by Mary Riley Smith
““If we could push ajar the gates of life, And stand within, and all God's workings see, We could interpret all this doubt and strife, And for each mystery could find a key. But not today. Then be content, poor heart! God's plans, like lilies pure and white, unfold: We must not tear the close-shut leaves apart-- Time will reveal the calyxes of gold.””
About This Quote
Patience is urged; divine order unfolds in its own time, and forcing insight may disrupt the natural revelation of truth.
In simple terms: Trust life's timing.
Key Takeaway
Wait for clarity.
Themes
Patience
Faith
Mystery
Divine order
Acceptance
Mood
Hopeful
Reflective
Type
Spiritual
Poetic
When to use this quote
- Grieving a loss
- Facing uncertainty
- Seeking purpose
Key Concepts
Temporal unfolding
Spiritual insight
Practical Applications
- Mindful meditation
- Journaling about trust
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to trust an unseen plan?
- How can patience transform anxiety?
