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I confess it is beyond our power to awaken the heart, but ordinarily this way does good
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"I confess it is beyond our power to awaken the heart, but ordinarily this way does good"

- Thomas Hooker

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This quote by Thomas Hooker speaks with the power of the heart and the restrictions of our own power. He acknowledges that we can not awaken the heart, but suggests that we can still do good. This suggests that we can affect the heart, even if we can not manage it. He is suggesting that we can still make a positive influence on the hearts of others, even if we can not control them. This is a tip that we ought to strive to do good, even if we can not manage the result. It is a reminder that our actions can still have a positive result, even if we can not manage the hearts of others. Eventually, this quote is a tip that we must strive to do great, even if we can not manage the result.

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Thomas Hooker This quote is written / told by Thomas Hooker between July 5, 1586 and July 7, 1647. He was a famous Leader from USA. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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