All things Quote by Benedict Groeschel
“The prayer of listening makes things simple but it also makes us vulnerable, and that is frightening. Listening makes us open to Christ, the Word of God, spoken in all things: in the material world, the Scriptures, the Church, and sacraments and, sometimes most threateningly, in our fellow human beings. To listen at prayer is to take the chance of hearing the voice of Christ in the poor, the weak, those whom we love and those whom we do not love.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Prayer of Listening by Benedict Groeschel, 2005
Listening opens us to divine presence in all things, but also exposes us to pain and fear.
In simple terms: Listening reveals God and can make us vulnerable.
Key Takeaway
Embrace openness despite fear.
Themes
faith
vulnerability
spirituality
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- counseling
- community service
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
theology
presence
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does vulnerability deepen faith?
- What safeguards help manage fear?
A Different Perspective
Vulnerability can lead to emotional overwhelm if not balanced.
