Desire Quote by Rose Philippine Duchesne
“Those who desire only the good pleasure of God abide in peace even in the midst of failure, for God has not told us that He requires success of us.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Spiritual correspondence, 1850
True peace comes from trusting God’s purpose, not from worldly success or failure.
In simple terms: Peace from trusting God, not success.
Key Takeaway
Trust God, find peace.
Themes
faith
peace
failure
success
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- career setbacks
- health crises
- family struggles
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith redefine success for you?
- What gives you peace amid failure?
A Different Perspective
Success is not required for divine approval.
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