God has proven himself as a faithful father. Now it falls to us to be trusting children.
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I wasn't God's first choice for what I've done in China...I don't know who it was...it must have been a man...a well-educated man. I don't know what happened. Perhaps he died. Perhaps he wasn't willing...and God looked down...and saw Gladys Aylward...and God said, 'Well, she's willing.'
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the idea that willingness and readiness can lead to unexpected opportunities in life.
Gladys Aylward's quote reflects her belief that she may not have been the ideal candidate for her work in China, yet her willingness to step forward made her the right choice. It suggests that sometimes, it is not about being the most qualified person, but rather having the readiness and heart to embrace a calling, which can lead to fulfilling one's purpose.
Themes
WillingnessPurposeFaithOpportunityCalling
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about pursuing your dreams.
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