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Courage Quote by Sue Monk Kidd

“A spiritual pilgrim needs to discern when his or her life is stunted in an old field and find the courage and determination to go to a "new land" that Lord will show. Surely this one of our greatest challenges & capacities - to understand and reorient our lives, aligning ourselves with the…” quote by Sue Monk Kidd
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““A spiritual pilgrim needs to discern when his or her life is stunted in an old field and find the courage and determination to go to a "new land" that Lord will show. Surely this one of our greatest challenges & capacities - to understand and reorient our lives, aligning ourselves with the God-given rhythms of growth and awakening that vibrate within.””

Sue Monk Kidd

About This Quote

Source Book: The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd, 2020

The quote urges recognizing when life feels stagnant and must courage to pursue new, divinely guided opportunities for growth and awakening.

In simple terms: Recognize stagnation, seek new, God‑guided growth.

Key Takeaway

Embrace change and follow divine direction.

Themes

spirituality growth self‑discovery courage

Mood

hopeful reflective determined

Type

inspirational philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career transition
  • spiritual retreat
  • creative projects
  • relationship changes
  • health improvements

Key Concepts

divine guidance personal transformation life purpose

Questions to Reflect On

  • What areas of your life feel stagnant?
  • How can you discern a divine direction for change?
A Different Perspective

Change can be frightening and may lead to uncertainty or loss of familiar support.

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