Ache Quote by Richard J. Foster
“Today the heart of God is an open wound of love. He aches over our distance and preoccupation. He mourns that we do not draw near to Him. He grieves that we have forgotten Him. He weeps over our obsession with muchness and manyness. He longs for our presence.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “Celebration of Discipline” (implied)
Divine love is portrayed as a wounded heart yearning for humanity’s return, lamenting neglect and material obsession.
In simple terms: God’s love hurts because we drift away.
Key Takeaway
Reconnect with spiritual presence through humility.
Themes
spirituality
divine love
human neglect
materialism
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- community service
- mindful living
Key Concepts
theology
existential longing
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you reduce material distractions?
- What practices bring you closer to the divine?
A Different Perspective
Human frailty limits divine connection.
