He prayed: Almighty God, if it aint too far out of the way…
““He prayed: Almighty God, if it aint too far out of the way of things in your eternal plan do you reckon we could have a little rain down here. Pray it up, some called, and kneeling he cried out among the thunder and the wind: Lord we are dried to jerky down here. Just a few drops for some old boys out here on the prairie and a long ways from home. Amen, they said, and catching up their mounts they rode on. Within the hour the wind cooled and drops of rain the size of grapeshot fell upon them out of that wild darkness. They could smell wet stone and the sweet smell of the wet horses and wet leather. They rode on.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A desperate prayer for rain is answered miraculously, showing faith can invoke unexpected providence.
In simple terms: Prayer for rain is answered.
Key Takeaway
Believe and ask for help.
Themes
faith
miracle
desperation
Mood
hopeful
reverent
Type
narrative
spiritual
When to use this quote
- prairie travelers
- drought
- spiritual seeking
Key Concepts
divine intervention
hope
nature
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust in miracles?
- How does desperation shape belief?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on divine aid may overlook practical solutions.