The angels surround and help the priest when he is celebrating Mass.
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God's faithful servant has no desire for people to say or to give to him, or what he likes to hear or see, for his first and greatest aim is to hear what is most pleasing to God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True servitude to God requires humility and prioritizing His will over seeking human approval.
In this quote, Saint Augustine emphasizes the importance of serving God faithfully and selflessly, without longing for the accolades or approval of others. A true servant focuses on what pleases God rather than seeking validation, aiming instead for spiritual fulfillment and alignment with divine will.
Themes
ServiceHumilityGodFaithApproval
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon about humility, a pastor may quote this to inspire the congregation to focus on serving God rather than seeking human recognition.
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