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Confidence Quote by Therese of Lisieux

“What offends Him and what wounds His Heart is the lack of confidence...Your heart is made to love Jesus, to love Him passionately...We have only the short moments of our life to love Jesus!” quote by Therese of Lisieux
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“What offends Him and what wounds His Heart is the lack of confidence...Your heart is made to love Jesus, to love Him passionately...We have only the short moments of our life to love Jesus!”

Therese of Lisieux

About This Quote

Source Letter: Personal correspondence, 1902

A lack of confidence wounds the heart; love for Jesus should be passionate and urgent.

In simple terms: Confidence fuels love for Jesus.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate confidence to love fully.

Themes

faith love confidence

Mood

hopeful devotional

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • evangelism
  • daily reflection
  • support groups
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

Christian mysticism devotion spiritual urgency

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can strengthen confidence in faith?
  • How can love be expressed without pressure?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on urgency may cause anxiety.

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