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“A humble and contrite heart knows that it can merit nothing before God, and that all that is necessary is to be reconciled to one's helplessness and let our holy and almighty God care for us, just as an infant surrenders himself to his mother's care.” quote by Ole Hallesby
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“A humble and contrite heart knows that it can merit nothing before God, and that all that is necessary is to be reconciled to one's helplessness and let our holy and almighty God care for us, just as an infant surrenders himself to his mother's care.”

Ole Hallesby

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Humility and Trust in God, 1950

A contrite heart recognizes its inability before God, surrendering to divine care like an infant to a mother, emphasizing humility and reliance on higher power.

In simple terms: Humility means trusting God completely, like a child to a mother.

Key Takeaway

Practice surrender and trust.

Themes

faith humility spiritual surrender trust

Mood

reverent contemplative

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • counseling sessions
  • church services

Key Concepts

theology psychology of humility childlike dependence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility balance with agency?
  • What practices foster healthy surrender?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance may hinder personal responsibility.

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