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Able Quote by Alexander MacLaren

“As we look upon that agony and those tearful prayers, let us not only look with thankfulness; but let that kneeling Saviour teach us that in prayer alone can we be forearmed against our lesser sorrows; that strength to bear flows into the heart that is opened in supplication; and that a sorrow…” quote by Alexander MacLaren
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“As we look upon that agony and those tearful prayers, let us not only look with thankfulness; but let that kneeling Saviour teach us that in prayer alone can we be forearmed against our lesser sorrows; that strength to bear flows into the heart that is opened in supplication; and that a sorrow which we are made able to endure is more truly conquered than a sorrow which we avoid”

Alexander MacLaren

About This Quote

Prayer transforms suffering into a source of strength, allowing us to face and overcome pain rather than flee from it.

In simple terms: Prayer empowers us to endure sorrow.

Key Takeaway

Endurance through supplication.

Themes

faith suffering resilience spiritual discipline

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • grieving a loss
  • facing personal hardship
  • seeking comfort in crisis

Key Concepts

prayer inner strength acceptance

Practical Applications

  • spiritual counseling
  • personal meditation practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does prayer change our perception of pain?
  • What role does acceptance play in overcoming sorrow?
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