Every step I take in light is mine forever.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Progress made in truth or virtue is permanent.
- In plain terms
- Any step toward light lasts forever.
- What can you take from it?
- Trust that your good progress is permanent.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What progress have you made?
- Is it lasting?
Another view
Progress can be lost if not maintained over time.
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