Father Quote by Oswald Chambers
““Our Lord never dictated to His Father, and we are not here to dictate to God; we are here to submit to His will so that He may work through us what He wants. When we realise this, He will make us broken bread and poured-out wine to feed and nourish others.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: My Utmost for You, 1924
We should submit to God's will, allowing Him to work through us to serve others, rather than trying to control divine plans.
In simple terms: Submit to God, let Him work through you to help others.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and serve.
Themes
faith
service
humility
spirituality
submission
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church ministry
- personal prayer
- community outreach
- mentoring
- charitable work
Key Concepts
Divine will
selflessness
sacrificial service
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize God's will in daily decisions?
- What does serving others look like for you?
A Different Perspective
Human desire for control can hinder true spiritual surrender.
