Court Quote by Arthur Wallis
“Fasting is calculated to bring a note of urgency and importance into our praying, and to give force to our pleading in the court of heaven. The man who prays with fasting is giving heaven notice that he is truly in earnest.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Power of Prayer, 1975
Fasting intensifies prayer, signaling seriousness to the divine and strengthening supplication.
In simple terms: Fasting makes prayers more urgent and powerful.
Key Takeaway
Use fasting to deepen spiritual focus.
Themes
faith
discipline
spirituality
urgency
Mood
contemplative
solemn
hopeful
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- religious rituals
- spiritual discipline
- church teachings
Key Concepts
prayer
religious practice
devotion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does physical discomfort affect your prayer?
- Can fasting be a meaningful practice for non‑religious people?
A Different Perspective
Physical strain may distract from intended spiritual focus.
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