God Quote by Robert Hugh Benson
““ O Deus Ego Amo Te Oh God, I love Thee mightily, Not only for Thy saving me, Nor yet because who love not Thee Must burn throughout eternity. Thou, Thou, my Jesu, once didst me Embrace upon the bitter Tree. For me the nails, the soldier's spear, With injury and insult, bear- In pain all pain exceeding, In sweating and in bleeding, Yea, very death, and that for me A sinner all unheeding! O Jesu, should I not love Thee Who thus hast dealt so lovingly- Not hoping some reward to see, Nor lest I my damnation be; But as Thyself hast loved me, So love I now and always Thee, Because my King alone Thou art, Because, O God, mine own Thou art!””
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Love of Christ", 1915
The poet expresses profound, self‑sacrificial love for God, mirroring Christ’s suffering and urging reciprocal devotion.
In simple terms: He loves God deeply, reflecting on Christ’s sacrifice and urging love in return.
Key Takeaway
Love God as Christ loved us, without expecting reward.
Themes
faith
sacrifice
devotion
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
poetic
When to use this quote
- prayer
- church services
- personal meditation
- writing devotional poetry
Key Concepts
theology
redemptive love
spiritual reciprocity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does loving unconditionally mean to you?
- How do you balance love for God with self‑care?
A Different Perspective
Such intense devotion may overlook personal well‑being or lead to guilt.
