--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: For nothing, how little soever, that is…" description: "\"For nothing, how little soever, that is suffered for God's sake, can pass without merit in the sight of God.\" — Thomas a Kempis" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/21f/thomas-a-kempis-721_catholic_for-nothing-how-little-soever-that-is-su_979510.png" --- # For nothing, how little soever, that is suffered for God's… ![“For nothing, how little soever, that is suffered for God's sake, can pass without merit in the sight of God.” quote by Thomas a Kempis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/21f/thomas-a-kempis-721_catholic_for-nothing-how-little-soever-that-is-su_979510.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/21f/thomas-a-kempis-721_catholic_for-nothing-how-little-soever-that-is-su_979510.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/21f/thomas-a-kempis-721_catholic_for-nothing-how-little-soever-that-is-su_979510.png) > “For nothing, how little soever, that is suffered for God's sake, can pass without merit in the sight of God.” [Thomas a Kempis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/thomas-a-kempis/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Even the smallest suffering for God's sake is valuable and recognized by Him. **In simple terms:** Small sacrifices for God have merit. Key Takeaway Offer humble acts to God. Themes faith sacrifice humility Mood reflective devotional Type theological inspirational When to use this quote - prayer - charitable deeds - daily hardships - personal trials Key Concepts theology spiritual merit Questions to Reflect On - What small suffering can you offer? - How does recognizing merit affect your perseverance? 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