Christian Quote by E.M. Bounds
““Men and women are needed whose prayers will give to the world the utmost power of God; who will make His promises to blossom with rich and full results. God is waiting to hear us and challenges us to bring Him to do this thing by our praying. He is asking us, to-day, as He did His ancient Israel, to prove Him now herewith." Behind God's Word is God Himself, and we read: "Thus saith the Lord, the Holy One of Israel, his Maker: Ask of me of things to come and concerning my sons, and concerning the work of my hands, command ye me." As though God places Himself in the hands and at the disposal of His people who pray - as indeed He does. The dominant element of all praying is faith, that is conspicuous, cardinal and emphatic. Without such faith it is impossible to please God, and equally impossible to pray.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Prayer, 1925
Prayer requires deep faith; without it, prayers lack power and cannot please God. Faith is the essential element that makes prayer effective.
In simple terms: Faith is essential for effective prayer.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate sincere faith before praying.
Themes
faith
prayer
spirituality
relationship with divine
Mood
reflective
reverent
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- community worship
- spiritual counseling
- faith‑building exercises
Key Concepts
trust
devotion
spiritual discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your faith influence your prayer life?
- What practices strengthen your spiritual confidence?
A Different Perspective
Faith alone may not guarantee outcomes; external circumstances also matter.
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