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To become Christ-like is the only thing in the whole world worth caring for, the thing before which every ambition of ma
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"To become Christ-like is the only thing in the whole world worth caring for, the thing before which every ambition of man is folly and all lower achievement vain"

- Henry Drummond

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This quote by Henry Drummond speaks to the value of aiming to become more like Christ. He recommends that all other aspirations and achievements pale in contrast to this objective. He suggests that becoming Christ-like is the only thing that really matters in life. This is due to the fact that it is the only thing that will bring real and lasting joy and satisfaction. Drummond motivates us to focus our attention and energy on becoming more like Christ, rather than on worldly pursuits. He recommends that all other ambitions are eventually useless and will not bring us lasting satisfaction. Ending up being Christ-like is the only thing that will bring us real delight and peace.

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Scotland Flag This quote is written / told by Henry Drummond between August 17, 1851 and March 11, 1897. He/she was a famous Writer from Scotland. The author also have 12 other quotes.

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