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Prayed Quote by Debra Anastasia

“I prayed for you. Did you know that? Of course not. I’ve prayed for him to have someone like you since before we left foster care. Maybe it was a selfish prayer. I didn’t want to have to worry about Blake out here. And now you are here—an answer to prayer—and I resent you,” he said. His eyes held…” quote by Debra Anastasia
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““I prayed for you. Did you know that? Of course not. I’ve prayed for him to have someone like you since before we left foster care. Maybe it was a selfish prayer. I didn’t want to have to worry about Blake out here. And now you are here—an answer to prayer—and I resent you,” he said. His eyes held an ominous contempt that eerily reminded Livia of Eve the RoboBlonde.””

Debra Anastasia

About This Quote

A prayer for someone can become a source of resentment when the outcome feels self‑serving.

In simple terms: Prayer can cause mixed feelings.

Key Takeaway

Examine motives behind your hopes.

Themes

faith resentment self‑interest

Mood

conflicted introspective

Type

narrative emotional

When to use this quote

  • family dynamics
  • caregiving
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

spirituality psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hidden motives drive your prayers?
  • How do you reconcile gratitude with resentment?
A Different Perspective

Self‑interest may undermine genuine care.

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