Age Quote by Thomas a Kempis
“My God, Sweetness beyond words, make bitter all the carnal comfort that draws me from love of the eternal and lures me to its evil self by the sight of some delightful good in the present. Let it not overcome me, my God. Let not flesh and blood conquer me. Let not the world and its brief glory deceive me, nor the devil trip me by his craftiness. Give me courage to resist, patience to endure, and constancy to persevere. Give me the soothing unction of Your spirit rather than all the consolations of the world, and in place of carnal love, infuse into me the love of Your name.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis, 1418
The prayer asks for divine strength to reject fleeting worldly pleasures and remain steadfast in spiritual devotion.
In simple terms: Seek God's help to avoid temporary temptations and stay true to faith.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize spiritual over material desires.
Themes
faith
temptation
spirituality
Mood
solemn
reflective
Type
prayer
spiritual.
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- confession
- spiritual counseling
- times of temptation
Key Concepts
asceticism
resilience
devotion
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize when a pleasure is a distraction?
- What practices keep you focused on eternal values?
A Different Perspective
Worldly comforts can still distract despite strong resolve.
