Resolved, never to count that a prayer, nor to let that…
“Resolved, never to count that a prayer, nor to let that pass as a prayer, nor that as a petition of a prayer, which is so made, that I cannot hope that God will answer it; nor that as a confession, which I cannot hope God will accept.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He warns against treating prayers as mere petitions or confessions without genuine hope in God's response.
In simple terms: Prayer must be sincere, not just a list of requests.
Seek authentic connection with the divine.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal worship
- confessional practice
- seeking guidance
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you pray with expectation or surrender?
- How does humility shape your prayers?
Prayer without true faith may feel empty.