Continuing Quote by E. Stanley Jones
“Continuing a Lenten series on prayer: Prayer is co-operation with God. It is the purest exercise of the faculties God has given us - an exercise that links these faculties with the Maker to work out the intentions He had in mind in their creation.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Prayer Book, 1935
Prayer is a partnership with the divine, aligning human abilities with God's purpose.
In simple terms: Prayer aligns us with God's plan.
Key Takeaway
Engage in collaborative prayer.
Themes
spirituality
faith
cooperation
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- Personal meditation
- group worship
- guided reflection
Key Concepts
Divine partnership
human faculties
intentionality
Questions to Reflect On
- What does co‑operation with God mean to you?
- How can prayer shape daily actions?
A Different Perspective
Some may view prayer as passive.
