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We have assurance that we shall be heard in what we pray…

“We have assurance that we shall be heard in what we pray, because we pray to that God that heareth prayer, and is the rewarder of all that come unto Him; and in His name, to whom God denieth nothing; and, therefore, howsoever we are not always answered at the present, or in the same kind that we…” quote by James Ussher
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“We have assurance that we shall be heard in what we pray, because we pray to that God that heareth prayer, and is the rewarder of all that come unto Him; and in His name, to whom God denieth nothing; and, therefore, howsoever we are not always answered at the present, or in the same kind that we desire, yet, sooner or later, we are sure to receive even above that we are able to ask or think, if we continue to sue unto Him according to His will.”

James Ussher

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Faithful prayer is believed to be heard by a responsive God who rewards those who persist according to His will, even if answers differ from expectations.

In simple terms: Prayer is heard and answered in God's timing.

Key Takeaway

Trust God's timing and keep praying.

Themes

faith patience divine providence

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • health challenges
  • relationship struggles
  • career decisions

Key Concepts

theology spiritual perseverance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you stay patient when prayers seem unanswered?
  • What does trusting divine timing look like in daily life?
A Different Perspective

Answers may not match our desires and can require long waiting.

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