The praying which makes a prayerful ministry is not a…
““The praying which makes a prayerful ministry is not a little praying put in as we put flavor to give it a pleasant smack, but the praying must be in the body, and form the blood and bones. Prayer is no petty duty, put into a corner; no piecemeal performance made out of the fragments of time which have been snatched from business and other engagements of life; but it means that the best of our time, the heart of our time and strength must be given.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Prayer must permeate one's entire being, not be a brief, optional act; it requires wholehearted dedication of time and spirit.
In simple terms: Prayer is a full‑body commitment, not a quick task.
Give your whole self to prayer.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily devotion
- church services
- personal crises
- midnight vigils
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate prayer into daily routines?
- What does a "full‑body" prayer look like for you?
Prayer can be overwhelming if life is already chaotic.