--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Lord, the task is impossible for me but…" description: "\"Lord, the task is impossible for me but not for Thee. Lead the way and I will follow.\" — Mary Slessor" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/861/mary-slessor-31965_impossible_lord-the-task-is-impossible-for-me-but-n_2142939.jpg" --- # Lord, the task is impossible for me but not for Thee. Lead… ![“Lord, the task is impossible for me but not for Thee. Lead the way and I will follow.” quote by Mary Slessor](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/861/mary-slessor-31965_impossible_lord-the-task-is-impossible-for-me-but-n_2142939.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/861/mary-slessor-31965_impossible_lord-the-task-is-impossible-for-me-but-n_2142939.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/861/mary-slessor-31965_impossible_lord-the-task-is-impossible-for-me-but-n_2142939.jpg) > “Lord, the task is impossible for me but not for Thee. Lead the way and I will follow.” [Mary Slessor](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/mary-slessor/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A humble request for guidance, acknowledging personal limits while trusting divine or human support. **In simple terms:** Ask for help when overwhelmed. Key Takeaway Seek guidance and follow trusted leadership. Themes faith humility leadership Mood reflective hopeful Type inspirational spiritual When to use this quote - missionary work - personal crisis - team projects - health challenges Key Concepts dependence trust spirituality Questions to Reflect On - Who can you trust to lead you forward? - How does humility affect your willingness to ask for help? 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