Approves Quote by Vincent de Paul
“God has seen fit that, since our services are useful to many persons, everyone approves them, but only when they are carried out in the spirit of Our Lord.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Rule of Saint Vincent de Paul, 1625
Service to others is valuable, but true approval comes only when actions reflect divine spirit.
In simple terms: Helping others is good, but must be sincere.
Key Takeaway
Align deeds with higher values.
Themes
service
integrity
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- charitable work
- community service
- volunteering
Key Concepts
ethical conduct
religious motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates your service to others?
- How do you ensure actions reflect your values?
A Different Perspective
Sincere motives can be hard to verify.
![“. . . . [P]ersons who love very much, easily take offense at trifles. No doubt your excessive affection for me makes you a little diffident about mine. But there is no harm done; I hope you will soon be over this slight jealousy and be convinced that nothing can change the genuine affection Our…” quote by Vincent de Paul](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/570/vincent-de-paul-1676_affection_p-ersons-who-love-very-much-easily-take_52639.jpg)
![“[I]f the gentleness of your spirit needs a dash of vinegar, borrow a little from Our Lord's spirit. O Mademoiselle, how well He knew how to find a bittersweet remark when it is needed!” quote by Vincent de Paul](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/546/vincent-de-paul-1676_bittersweet_i-f-the-gentleness-of-your-spirit-needs_81360.jpg)
