Control Quote by Matt Holliday
“I think I just learned that God has a plan for all of us, and I work hard and do all the things I can, but at the same time, His will is perfect; and me trying to control it, it's not going to work.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: ESPN, 2018
He reflects on surrendering control to a higher plan while maintaining personal effort.
In simple terms: He trusts divine will but works hard.
Key Takeaway
Balance effort with acceptance of outcomes.
Themes
faith
effort
acceptance
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- career goals
- health challenges
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theology
personal agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern divine will?
- When is it okay to let go?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on destiny can diminish proactive problem‑solving.
