Trust is that rare and priceless treasure that wins us the affection of our heavenly Father.
Brennan ManningRead
In a futile attempt to erase our past, we deprive the community of our healing gift. If we conceal our wounds out of fear and shame, our inner darkness can neither be illuminated nor become a light for others.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Concealing our past prevents healing and hinders the ability to help others.
This quote emphasizes the importance of embracing and sharing our personal struggles and wounds rather than hiding them out of fear and shame. By acknowledging our past, we not only find healing for ourselves but also allow others to learn from our experiences, potentially guiding them through their own darkness and inspiring them to seek light and healing.
Themes
HealingPastWoundsDarknessCommunitySharingLight
In practice
Example use cases
In a support group, someone might say this quote to encourage others to share their stories.
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