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Arms Quote by Peter Julian Eymard

“When later he [St. Joseph] carried the Child in his arms, acts of loving faith welled up constantly in his heart. It was a worship that pleased our Lord more than that which he receives in heaven. Picture to yourself Saint Joseph, adoring the little Child in his arms as his God. He tells of his…” quote by Peter Julian Eymard
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“When later he [St. Joseph] carried the Child in his arms, acts of loving faith welled up constantly in his heart. It was a worship that pleased our Lord more than that which he receives in heaven. Picture to yourself Saint Joseph, adoring the little Child in his arms as his God. He tells of his readiness to die for Christ, of all his plans to promote Christ's glory, and to win more souls to his love. No lover builds more scintillating plans for his loved one than a saint.”

Peter Julian Eymard

About This Quote

A saint’s love for Christ is shown through selfless devotion and willingness to sacrifice, surpassing even heavenly worship.

In simple terms: Selfless love for Christ exceeds heavenly worship.

Key Takeaway

Embrace selfless devotion.

Themes

faith devotion self-sacrifice spiritual love

Mood

reverent inspirational

Type

spiritual inspirational reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • spiritual reflection
  • serving others

Key Concepts

sanctity agape sacrifice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you embody selfless love daily?
  • What does true devotion look like?
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