--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: His secret purpose framed from the very…" description: "\"“His secret purpose framed from the very beginning [is] to bring us to our full glory. 1 Corinthians 2:7 NEB”\" — Zondervan" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/332/zondervan-16711_corinthians_his-secret-purpose-framed-from-the-very_710761.jpg" --- # His secret purpose framed from the very beginning \[is\] to… ![“His secret purpose framed from the very beginning [is] to bring us to our full glory. 1 Corinthians 2:7 NEB” quote by Zondervan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/332/zondervan-16711_corinthians_his-secret-purpose-framed-from-the-very_710761.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/332/zondervan-16711_corinthians_his-secret-purpose-framed-from-the-very_710761.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/332/zondervan-16711_corinthians_his-secret-purpose-framed-from-the-very_710761.jpg) > ““His secret purpose framed from the very beginning \[is\] to bring us to our full glory. 1 Corinthians 2:7 NEB”” [Zondervan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/zondervan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The passage suggests that a divine plan aims to elevate humanity to its ultimate potential. **In simple terms:** God intends to bring humanity to its highest state. Key Takeaway Seek growth aligned with higher purpose. Themes spirituality purpose potential Mood inspirational reflective Type scriptural motivational When to use this quote - personal development - community building - leadership - education Key Concepts divine plan human fulfillment Questions to Reflect On - What does “full glory” mean to you? - How can you align actions with this higher purpose? 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