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God's hearing of our prayers doth not depend upon…

“God's hearing of our prayers doth not depend upon sanctification, but upon Christ's intercession; not upon what we are in ourselves, but what' we are in the Lord Jesus; both our persons and our prayers are acceptable in the beloved [Eph 1.6].” quote by Thomas Brooks
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“God's hearing of our prayers doth not depend upon sanctification, but upon Christ's intercession; not upon what we are in ourselves, but what' we are in the Lord Jesus; both our persons and our prayers are acceptable in the beloved [Eph 1.6].”

Thomas Brooks

About This Quote

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

Prayer is effective through Christ's intercession, not personal holiness alone.

In simple terms: Christ intercedes for us.

Key Takeaway

Rely on Christ's mediation.

Themes

faith intercession prayer

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • church services
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

theology soteriology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does Christ's role shape your prayer life?
  • What does personal sanctification still matter?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on intercession may neglect personal growth.

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