Skip to content

Christian Quote by Thomas Merton

“To be grateful is to recognize the love of God in everything He has given us...and He has given us everything. Every breath we draw is a gift of His love, every moment of existence is a grace, for it brings with it immense graces from Him.” quote by Thomas Merton
Download Open image
“To be grateful is to recognize the love of God in everything He has given us...and He has given us everything. Every breath we draw is a gift of His love, every moment of existence is a grace, for it brings with it immense graces from Him.”

Thomas Merton

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Seven Storey Mountain, Thomas Merton, 1948

Recognizing divine love in all gifts fosters gratitude and humility.

In simple terms: Seeing God's love in everything makes us grateful.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate daily gratitude for all blessings.

Themes

gratitude spirituality humility

Mood

peaceful reflective

Type

inspirational spiritual

When to use this quote

  • daily prayer
  • family meals
  • nature walks
  • charitable acts

Key Concepts

theology mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does gratitude change your view of hardship?
  • What daily practice deepens your awareness of divine love?
A Different Perspective

Even with gratitude, suffering may persist, challenging faith.

3.5 out of 5 (9 ratings)

More by Thomas Merton

Explore all 851 Thomas Merton quotes

More Christian quotes

Browse all 14,306 Christian quotes