Gift Quote by Thomas à Kempis
““What I have given, I can take away and restore when it pleases Me. What I give remains Mine, and thus when I take it away I take nothing that is yours, for every good gift and every perfect gift is Mine.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Imitation of Christ, Thomas à Kempis, 1418
Divine gifts belong to God; taking them away does not diminish what is truly His.
In simple terms: God’s gifts remain His; we cannot truly lose them.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that true gifts are divine and immutable.
Themes
spirituality
theology
humility
faith
ownership
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- religious teaching
- ethical decisions
Key Concepts
divine providence
eternal gifts
spiritual surrender
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to truly own a gift?
- How does this view affect our attachment to material things?
A Different Perspective
Human desire to control can conflict with divine sovereignty.
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