Prayer is not overcoming God's reluctance. It is laying hold of His willingness.
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O, when it comes to faith, what a living, creative, active, powerful thing it is. It cannot do other than good at all times. It never waits to ask whether there is some good work to do.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Faith is an active and dynamic force that inherently aims to do good.
This quote emphasizes the vibrant and proactive nature of faith, suggesting that true faith is not passive but rather a dynamic force that instinctively seeks opportunities for good deeds. Martin Luther conveys the idea that faith propels individuals into action, encouraging them to contribute positively without hesitation or doubt.
Themes
FaithActiveGoodnessInspirationBelief
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about the power of belief in oneself.
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