Asking Quote by Vincent de Paul
“We should spend as much time in thanking God for his benefits as we do in asking him for them.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Catholic Homilies, 17th Century
Gratitude to God should match the frequency of petitions.
In simple terms: Thank God as much as you ask.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate daily gratitude.
Themes
faith
thankfulness
prayer
Mood
serene
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily devotions
- community service
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
spiritual discipline
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How does gratitude change your outlook?
- What practices reinforce thankfulness?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the need for humility in asking.
![“. . . . [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)
