Parenting Quote by Andrew Murray
““Bring back all who are discouraged, because they cannot find aught to bring Thee in prayer. O give them to understand that they have only to come with their emptiness to Him who has all to give, and delights to do it. Not, what they have to bring the Father, but what the Father waits to give them, be their one thought.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian Life, Andrew Murray, 1885
Encourages the discouraged to approach God with empty hands, trusting He will give what they need.
In simple terms: Come to God empty, expect His gifts.
Key Takeaway
Trust God’s provision.
Themes
faith
trust
spirituality
Mood
hopeful
reassuring
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- spiritual counseling
- church outreach
- faith healing
Key Concepts
divine provision
emptiness
dependence
Questions to Reflect On
- What does emptiness mean to you?
- How can you trust God’s gifts?
A Different Perspective
It may be hard to relinquish personal effort.
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