Christ Quote by Richard Rolle
“The commandment of God is, that we love Our Lord in all our heart, in all our soul, in all our thought. In all our heart; that is, in all our understanding without erring. In all our soul; that is, in all our will without gainsaying. In all our their ought; that is, that we think on Him without forgetting. In this manner is very love and true, that is work of man's will. For love is a willful stirring of our thoughts unto God, so that it receive nothing that is against the love of Jesus Christ, and therewith that it be lasting in sweetness of devotion; and that is the perfection of this life.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Book of Love, 14th century Christian mystic text
Love for God is expressed through heart, soul, mind, and will, aligning thoughts with divine will for lasting devotion.
In simple terms: Love God with whole being, aligning thoughts and will.
Key Takeaway
Align thoughts and actions with divine love.
Themes
faith
devotion
spirituality
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- daily meditation
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Christian mysticism
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate love for God into everyday decisions?
- What obstacles hinder full devotion?
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