Quote by Malcolm Muggeridge

I can say that I never knew what joy was like until I gave up pursuing happiness, or cared to live until I chose to die. For these two discoveries I am beholden to Jesus.


I can say that I never knew what joy was like until I gave u

Summary

In this quote, the speaker emphasizes that their understanding of true happiness and the value of life came only after they let go of actively seeking them out. By surrendering the pursuit of happiness and embracing the possibility of death, they attribute their newfound sense of joy and appreciation for life to Jesus. It suggests that by giving up personal desires and outcomes, one can uncover greater depths of contentment and fulfillment.

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Happiness
By Malcolm Muggeridge
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