Eugene Peterson Quotes

The most important question we can ask ourselves is not ‘What should I do?’ but ‘Who am I becoming?’

The way we live our days is the way we shape our lives.

Prayer is not so much asking for things, but being open to receive the love and guidance of God.

Faith is not about having all the answers, but trusting that God does.

Simplicity is not about having less, but having a deeper appreciation for what we already have.

In a noisy world, solitude is a precious gift.

Our feelings are important, but they should not dictate our actions.

The greatest leaders are not the loudest voices, but the most compassionate hearts.

It’s not about being successful, but being faithful to the work God has called us to do.

Love is not just a feeling, but a choice to put the needs of others before our own.

Change begins with small steps in the right direction.

The first step towards forgiveness is acknowledging our own need for it.

Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows, it empties today of its strength.

Humility is not thinking less of ourselves, but thinking of ourselves less and of others more.

The key to happiness is not to obtain more, but to let go of what we no longer need.

True beauty is not found in perfection, but in the imperfections that make us unique.

The quieter we become, the more we can hear the voice of God.

Patience is not about waiting, but how we behave while we wait.

The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.

Do not let the noise of the world drown out the still, small voice within.

We are not called to be comfortable, but to make a difference.

The purpose of life is not to be happy, but to find meaning and fulfillment.

The measure of a life well-lived is not in its duration, but in its depth of impact.

We are not defined by our past mistakes, but by our capacity to learn and grow from them.

Do not be afraid to fail, for failure is often a stepping stone to success.

The journey is just as important as the destination.

Gratitude is the antidote to discontent.

True courage is not the absence of fear, but the willingness to act in spite of it.

We cannot control what happens to us, but we can control how we respond.

The pursuit of happiness is a journey, not a destination.

The greatest gift we can give to others is our presence.

Forgiveness is not about forgetting, but choosing to let go of the desire for revenge.

The best way to find joy is to give it to others.

Every ending is also a new beginning.

Life is not about finding ourselves, but creating ourselves.

We can choose to be a victim of circumstances, or we can choose to be a survivor.

Kindness is not weakness, but a strength that can change the world.

Our failures do not define us, but our willingness to get back up and try again.

The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.

Success is not in what you have, but who you have become.

The best way to predict the future is to create it.

Don’t be afraid to dream big, for dreams have the power to become reality.

The greatest risk in life is not taking one.

We are not born with courage, but we can cultivate it.

Life is too short to wait for the perfect moment, seize the opportunities that come your way.

Be First to Comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *