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Attitude Quote by Oswald Chambers

“True intercession involves bringing the person, or the circumstance that seems to be crashing in on you, before God, until you are changed by His attitude toward that person or circumstance. People describe intercession by saying, "It is putting yourself in someone else’s place." That is not true!…” quote by Oswald Chambers
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“True intercession involves bringing the person, or the circumstance that seems to be crashing in on you, before God, until you are changed by His attitude toward that person or circumstance. People describe intercession by saying, "It is putting yourself in someone else’s place." That is not true! Intercession is putting yourself in God’s place; it is having His mind and His perspective.”

Oswald Chambers

About This Quote

Source Book: My Utmost for by Oswald Chambers, 1924

Intercession means adopting God's perspective toward a person or situation, allowing His attitude to transform you.

In simple terms: Put yourself in God's view, not just others'.

Key Takeaway

Seek God's mindset before acting.

Themes

faith perspective transformation

Mood

reflective serious

Type

spiritual instructional

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • prayer
  • counseling
  • leadership decisions

Key Concepts

theology empathy spiritual discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you discern God's will in another's need?
  • What risks arise when assuming divine perspective?
A Different Perspective

May overlook personal boundaries if misapplied.

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