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Abandonment Quote by Therese of Lisieux

“My director, Jesus, does not teach me to count my acts, but to do everything for love, to refuse Him nothing, to be pleased when He gives me a chance to prove to Him that I love Him - but all this in peace - in abandonment.” quote by Therese of Lisieux
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“My director, Jesus, does not teach me to count my acts, but to do everything for love, to refuse Him nothing, to be pleased when He gives me a chance to prove to Him that I love Him - but all this in peace - in abandonment.”

Therese of Lisieux

About This Quote

Source Letter: Spiritual correspondence, 1895

Act out love for the divine in every action, trusting in peace and surrender rather than counting deeds.

In simple terms: Love God through actions, not tallying.

Key Takeaway

Serve with love and trust.

Themes

faith love service

Mood

contemplative devotional

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • daily chores
  • volunteering
  • personal prayer
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

surrender peaceful devotion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you show love without self‑neglect?
  • What does peace look like in service?
A Different Perspective

Focus on love may overlook practical boundaries; balance needed.

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