Leap Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“There should be a parallel between our supplications and our thanksgivings. We ought not to leap in prayer, and limp in praise.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Power of Prayer and Praise", 1865
The speaker advises balancing earnest requests with sincere gratitude, avoiding excessive pleading or half‑hearted thanks.
In simple terms: Balance asking for help with genuine thankfulness.
Key Takeaway
Pray earnestly, thank sincerely.
Themes
faith
prayer
gratitude
balance
spiritual discipline
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- church services
- personal devotion
- group worship
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
Theology
humility
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you tend to over‑request or under‑thank?
- How can you make gratitude more authentic?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on either can lead to insincerity.
