Change Quote by Reinhold Niebuhr
“God, give us grace to accept with serenity the things that cannot be changed, courage to change the things which should be changed and the wisdom to distinguish the one from the other.”
About This Quote
Source Prayer: Traditional Christian Prayer, 20th century
It asks for serenity to accept unchangeable facts, courage to alter what can be changed, and wisdom to tell the difference.
In simple terms: Seek peace, courage, and wisdom to handle change.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate discernment and courage.
Themes
wisdom
serenity
courage
Mood
contemplative
motivational
Type
spiritual
practical
When to use this quote
- personal counseling
- leadership training
- conflict resolution
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify what can truly be changed?
- What practices help develop discernment?
A Different Perspective
Distinguishing changeable from unchangeable can be ambiguous.
