What we feel at prayer is God's business, not ours, and we…
“What we feel at prayer is God's business, not ours, and we must strive to be totally abandoned to the presence of 'consolation' or of boredom when we pray. A clear understanding that the value of our prayer does not depend upon how we feel is extremely important if we are to persevere in prayer. So many people feel that if their prayer is distracted it cannot be pleasing to God, and are therefore led to abandon their efforts precisely when fidelity is of the most importance.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Prayer’s value isn’t measured by feelings; perseverance matters more than emotional state.
In simple terms: Prayer is valuable regardless of how you feel.
Key Takeaway
Focus on steadfastness, not feeling.
Themes
faith
perseverance
spiritual discipline
Mood
contemplative
encouraging
Type
motivational
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily prayer routine
- spiritual retreats
- times of doubt
- group worship
Key Concepts
theology
psychology of prayer
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you equate feeling with authenticity?
- How can you stay committed when emotions wane?
A Different Perspective
Emotions can still guide depth of connection, even if not the sole metric.