Broken Quote by Mother Teresa
“I am a little pencil in God's hands. He does the thinking. He does the writing. He does everything and sometimes it is really hard because it is a broken pencil and He has to sharpen it a little more.”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Attributed to Mother Teresa, date unknown
Divine guidance shapes our thoughts and actions; we are imperfect tools needing refinement.
In simple terms: God guides us; we are imperfect tools.
Key Takeaway
Trust divine purpose, work on self‑improvement.
Themes
faith
humility
purpose
imperfection
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily decisions
- creative work
- personal challenges
Key Concepts
spirituality
self‑growth
divine will
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance reliance on faith with personal responsibility?
- In what ways can you ‘sharpen’ yourself?
A Different Perspective
Human frailty limits divine plans without effort.
