Sainthood lies in the habit of referring the smallest actions to God.
This quote suggests that the path to sainthood, or spiritual enlightenment, is not necessarily found in grand gestures or major acts of faith. Instead, it lies in the consistent practice of attributing even the smallest actions to God. This means recognizing and acknowledging God’s presence and influence in every aspect of our lives – from mundane tasks like washing dishes to significant decisions like choosing a career.
The idea here is that this continual reference to God cultivates a sense of humility, gratitude, and mindfulness. It encourages us to see everything as interconnected within the divine plan and helps us remember our place within that larger context. It also fosters an attitude of reverence towards all aspects of life because we view them all as expressions or manifestations of God’s will.
In terms of personal development today, this concept can be applied even if one isn’t religious. The essence here is about being mindful about one’s actions – big or small – and understanding their impact on oneself and others around them.
For instance, if you’re pursuing a goal like losing weight or learning a new skill, instead of focusing only on the end result (which might seem overwhelming), you could focus on each small step you take towards it. Each healthy meal you eat or each hour spent practicing your skill can be seen as vital parts contributing towards your larger goal.
Moreover, by attributing importance to these ‘small’ actions and understanding their role in achieving bigger goals – just like acknowledging every action’s connection with God – we develop patience, perseverance and appreciation for the process itself rather than just fixating on the outcome.
This approach can help foster resilience during challenging times because it shifts our perspective from feeling overwhelmed by large problems to focusing on manageable small steps that contribute towards solving those problems over time.
