Quote by Jean Vanier

We are not called by God to do extraordinary things, but to do ordinary things with extraordinary love.

We are not called by God to do extraordinary things, but to

Summary

This quote emphasizes that our purpose in life is not necessarily to achieve great fame, fortune, or accomplish monumental tasks. Rather, it suggests that what truly matters is how we approach and carry out the ordinary, everyday activities with love and compassion. We are reminded that acts of kindness, empathy, and understanding, regardless of how mundane they may seem, can have a profound impact on the lives of others and enrich our own lives in return. This quote calls us to embrace the potential for extraordinary love in even the simplest of gestures.

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By Jean Vanier

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