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Above the clouds Quote by Charles Spurgeon

“Sometimes a fog will settle over a vessel's deck and yet leave the topmast clear. Then a sailor goes up aloft and gets a lookout which the helmsman on deck cannot get. So prayer sends the soul aloft; lifts it above the clouds in which our selfishness and egotism befog us, and gives us a chance to…” quote by Charles Spurgeon
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“Sometimes a fog will settle over a vessel's deck and yet leave the topmast clear. Then a sailor goes up aloft and gets a lookout which the helmsman on deck cannot get. So prayer sends the soul aloft; lifts it above the clouds in which our selfishness and egotism befog us, and gives us a chance to see which way to steer.”

Charles Spurgeon

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Ministry of Prayer, 1865

Prayer lifts the soul above selfish fog, granting clarity to navigate life’s direction.

In simple terms: Prayer clears selfish fog.

Key Takeaway

Pray for perspective and guidance.

Themes

spirituality clarity selflessness

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

religious motivational

When to use this quote

  • decision making
  • leadership
  • personal crises
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

theology mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you felt clearer after prayer?
  • What practical steps follow spiritual insight?
A Different Perspective

Prayer alone may not solve practical problems; action is also needed.

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