A woman gets angry when a man denies his faults, because she knew them all along. His lying mocks her affection; it is the deceit that angers her more than the faults.
Fulton J. SheenRead
Show me your hands. Do they have scars from giving? Show me your feet. Are they wounded in service? Show me your heart. Have you left a place for divine love?
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of sacrifice, service, and love in our lives.
Fulton J. Sheen's quote invites reflection on the physical and emotional scars that we accumulate through acts of giving and selfless service. It challenges individuals to consider whether they have truly engaged in love and service to others, which is often marked by personal sacrifices and a willingness to embrace divine love in their hearts.
Themes
SacrificeServiceLoveGivingScarsHeart
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on compassion, I shared this quote to inspire others to embrace service.
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