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“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.” quote by Jonathan Edwards
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“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.”

Jonathan Edwards

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.

Key Takeaway

Seek authentic connection with the divine.

Themes

faith humility prayer

Mood

reflective serious

Type

spiritual theological

When to use this quote

  • personal worship
  • confessional practice
  • seeking guidance

Key Concepts

theology spiritual authenticity

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you pray with expectation or surrender?
  • How does humility shape your prayers?
A Different Perspective

Prayer without true faith may feel empty.

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