Action Quote by Vincent de Paul
“His Divine Goodness asks that we never do good in any place to make ourselves look important but that we always consider Him directly, immediately, and without intermediary in all our actions.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Letters to the Faithful, 1625
He urges selfless devotion, acting directly for God without seeking personal glory.
In simple terms: Do good for God, not for praise.
Key Takeaway
Serve God anonymously.
Themes
faith
humility
service
Mood
contemplative
spiritual
Type
moral
inspirational
When to use this quote
- charitable work
- daily prayers
- community service
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
theology
selflessness
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can you do without seeking recognition?
- How can you keep God central in daily tasks?
A Different Perspective
Human ego often interferes with pure intent.
![“. . . . [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)
