Ambition Quote by Michael Horton
“Eternal joy can never be taken from God's people. Therefore ambition, restlessness, and avarice can be put away for the first time as we rest more and more in the work of the Son of God.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Grace and Glory, Michael Horton, 2015
True contentment comes from resting in divine work, which diminishes ambition, restlessness, and greed.
In simple terms: Resting in God reduces selfish desires.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper rest in spiritual practice.
Themes
faith
contentment
greed
ambition
restlessness
Mood
peaceful
reflective
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church community
- daily meditation
- volunteering
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual discipline
human desire
Questions to Reflect On
- How does spiritual rest change your priorities?
- What habits can support lasting contentment?
A Different Perspective
If external pressures persist, rest alone may not fully curb avarice.
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