Doe Quote by Dallas Willard
“When Jesus directs us to pray, "Thy kingdom come," he does not mean we should pray for it to come into existence.”
About This Quote
Source Bible: The Lord's Prayer, New Testament, 1st century
Jesus' prayer for God's reign is about aligning with divine values, not demanding a future kingdom.
In simple terms: Prayer seeks alignment, not creation.
Key Takeaway
Focus on living God's principles now.
Themes
spirituality
faith
kingdom
alignment
Mood
reflective
contemplative
Type
spiritual
theological
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- church teaching
- daily meditation
Key Concepts
theology
kingdom of God
prayer purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your daily life reflect God's kingdom?
- What does “kingdom” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Interpretation varies across denominations; some view it as literal future hope.
