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“However great the work that God may achieve by an individual, he must not indulge in self-satisfaction. He ought rather to be all the more humbled, seeing himself merely as a tool which God has made use of.” quote by St. Vincent
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“However great the work that God may achieve by an individual, he must not indulge in self-satisfaction. He ought rather to be all the more humbled, seeing himself merely as a tool which God has made use of.”

St. Vincent

About This Quote

Source Sermon: "Humility in Service", 2010

He warns against self-satisfaction in God-given work, urging humility and seeing oneself as a tool for divine purpose

In simple terms: Avoid pride in achievements; stay humble and purposeful

Key Takeaway

Practice humility in all endeavors

Themes

spirituality humility service

Mood

devotional serious

Type

spiritual ethical

When to use this quote

  • church leadership
  • volunteer work
  • daily life
  • career

Key Concepts

theological reflection personal conduct

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you stay humble when praised?
  • What practices keep you focused on service?
A Different Perspective

Humility can be challenged by personal ambition and recognition

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