Away Quote by Susan Howatch
“If you are a Christian, you want to give as much as you can away. It sounds pious, but it's not a duty; it's a kind of joy.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Summer of the Danube, Susan Howatch, 1992
Charitable giving is motivated by joy, not obligation, reflecting personal fulfillment through generosity.
In simple terms: Giving brings joy, not duty.
Key Takeaway
Embrace generosity as a source of happiness.
Themes
generosity
joy
faith
service
Mood
uplifting
reflective
Type
inspirational
ethical
When to use this quote
- church outreach
- personal budgeting
- community projects
- volunteer work
Key Concepts
Altruism
spiritual fulfillment
Questions to Reflect On
- How does joy differ from duty in giving?
- What personal benefits arise from generous acts?
A Different Perspective
May become burdensome if expectations outweigh personal joy.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
