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“When the devil sees a man or woman who really believes in prayer, who knows how to pray, and who really does pray, and, above all, when he sees a whole church on its face before God in prayer, he trembles as much as he ever did, for he knows that his day in that church or community is at an end.” quote by R. A. Torrey
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“When the devil sees a man or woman who really believes in prayer, who knows how to pray, and who really does pray, and, above all, when he sees a whole church on its face before God in prayer, he trembles as much as he ever did, for he knows that his day in that church or community is at an end.”

R. A. Torrey

About This Quote

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

Prayerful faith makes believers a threat to evil, causing the devil to fear their collective worship.

In simple terms: Faithful prayer scares the devil.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate sincere, communal prayer.

Themes

faith spirituality community

Mood

inspirational serious

Type

religious motivational

When to use this quote

  • church services
  • personal prayer groups
  • spiritual gatherings
  • moments of crisis

Key Concepts

theology spiritual warfare collective belief

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does community prayer empower believers?
  • What role does fear play in spiritual conflict?
A Different Perspective

May overlook non‑religious perspectives on morality.

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