Prayer is the greatest power God has put into our hands for service - praying is harder than doing, at least I find it so, but the dynamic lies that way to advance the Kingdom.
Mary SlessorRead
My life is one long daily, hourly record of answered prayer. For physical health, for mental overstrain, for guidance given marvelously, for errors and dangers averted, for enmity to the Gospel subdued, for food provided at the exact hour needed, for everything that goes to make up life and my poor service. I can testify, with a full and often wonder-stricken awe, that I believe God answers prayer.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects deep gratitude for life's blessings and the belief in the power of prayer.
In this quote, Mary Slessor expresses her profound appreciation for the countless ways in which she believes her prayers have been answered throughout her life. She acknowledges both the physical and spiritual provisions she has received, indicating her strong faith and the transformative power that belief in God has had on her experiences and challenges. Her testimony highlights a life filled with gratitude for guidance, protection, and sustenance, framing prayer as a vital connection to divine support.
Themes
PrayerGratitudeFaithProvisionGuidance
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a church service, one might say this quote to inspire the congregation about the power of prayer.
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