Almighty and eternal Lord God, the great Creator of heaven and earth, and the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ; look down from heaven in pity and compassion upon me thy servant, who humbly prostrate myself before thee.
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Make sure you are doing what God wants you to do--then do it with all your strength.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Align your actions with a higher purpose and commit fully to them.
This quote by George Washington highlights the importance of ensuring that one's efforts are in accordance with a greater purpose or divine will. It emphasizes that after confirming the righteousness of one's path, it is essential to dedicate oneself completely to the task at hand, applying all available strength and energy to achieve that goal.
Themes
PurposeStrengthCommitmentDivineAction
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a motivational seminar to encourage individuals to pursue their passions.
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