My life goal is to see the world's one billion people with disabilities embraced and encouraged by the church.
Thats what I love about serving God. In His eyes, there are no little people...because there are no big people. We are all on the same playing field
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the equality of all individuals in the eyes of God, regardless of their status or achievements.
Joni Eareckson Tada's quote reflects the idea that in the spiritual realm, human distinctions such as wealth, fame, or social standing are irrelevant. Every person has inherent value and significance, suggesting that we all have an equal opportunity to serve and connect with God. By recognizing that 'there are no little people or big people,' Tada advocates for a perspective that honors each person's dignity and potential in serving a higher purpose.
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Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a community service event to emphasize the importance of every individual's contribution.
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My wheelchair was the key to seeing all this happen—especially since God’s power always shows up best in weakness. So here I sit … glad that I have not been healed on the outside, but glad that I have been healed on the inside. Healed from my own self-centered wants and wishes.
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God deliberately chooses weak, suffering and unlikely candidates to get His work done, so that in the end, the glory goes to God and not to the person.
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