Desire Quote by Rose Philippine Duchesne
“Jesus, I live for Thee, I labor for Thee, I desire only Thee. Thou in me and I in Thee; Thou with me and I with Thee; Thou all mine and I all Thine.”
About This Quote
Source Prayer: Catholic devotional text, early 19th century
The prayer expresses total devotion to God, seeking unity of will and identity with the divine.
In simple terms: Total devotion to God.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate deep personal devotion.
Themes
faith
devotion
union
identity
humility
Mood
reverent
intimate
Type
prayer
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- spiritual direction
- confession
- acts of service
Key Concepts
Theology
personal prayer
spiritual intimacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance self‑identity with divine union?
- What daily practice deepens your devotion?
A Different Perspective
Risk of self‑loss if boundaries ignored.
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