Being myself Quote by R. T. Kendall
“The more conscious of God's presence the more I feel like being myself, the less conscious of His presence, the more I feel I need to prove myself.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "Presence and Identity", 2010
Awareness of divine presence fosters authentic self‑being; lacking that awareness leads to over‑compensation.
In simple terms: God’s presence encourages authenticity.
Stay present with the divine.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- prayer
- mindfulness
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith affect your self‑image?
- What triggers the need to prove yourself?
May oversimplify complex identity issues.