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Hands Quote by Edward McKendree Bounds

“Prayer puts God's work in his hands-and keeps it there.” quote by Edward McKendree Bounds
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“Prayer puts God's work in his hands-and keeps it there.”

Edward McKendree Bounds

About This Quote

Source Book: "The Christian's Secret of a Happy Life", 1915, Religious Text

Prayer entrusts God's work to divine hands, emphasizing surrender and trust in divine timing.

In simple terms: Prayer hands work to God.

Key Takeaway

Trust and let go of control.

Themes

faith trust divine providence humility spiritual discipline

Mood

contemplative reverent

Type

spiritual theological

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • decision making
  • stress relief

Key Concepts

theology prayer practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance prayer with effort?
  • When does surrender become passivity?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on prayer may ignore practical action.

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