People with the strongest and healthiest sense of calling are not obsessed with their calling. They are preoccupied with the Caller.
John OrtbergRead
The problem with spending your life climbing up the ladder is that you will go right past Jesus, for he's coming down.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that in the pursuit of success and ambition, one may overlook spiritual and moral values represented by Jesus.
John Ortberg's quote highlights the irony of focusing solely on worldly success and ambition, represented by 'climbing up the ladder.' It implies that in this relentless pursuit, individuals may miss the important spiritual guidance or presence of Jesus, who symbolizes a descent toward humility and the importance of prioritizing moral values over material achievements.
Themes
SuccessSpiritualityValuesLifeAmbition
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Example use cases
In a motivational speech about prioritizing values over career success.
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