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Our calling is not primarily to be holy women, but to work for God and for others with Him
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"Our calling is not primarily to be holy women, but to work for God and for others with Him"

- Charles Simeon

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This quote by Charles Simeon speaks to the relevance of service to God as well as others. He is stressing that our key objective is not to be holy women, however to work for God as well as for others with Him. This implies that our solution to God and also others is more crucial than our own individual sanctity. Simeon is recommending that we should focus our efforts on helping others and serving God, rather than on our very own spiritual development. He is urging us to put our confidence right into activity and also to use our presents and also skills to serve God and also others. By doing so, we can make a positive impact on the planet and bring glory to God. Ultimately, Simeon is advising us that our calling is to serve God and others, which our very own sanctity should be second to that.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Charles Simeon. He/she was a famous Clergyman from England. The author also have 7 other quotes.

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