Answered prayers Quote by Harold S. Kushner
“People who pray for miracles usually don't get miracles. But people who pray for courage, for strength to bear the unbearable, for the grace to remember what they have left instead of what they have lost, very often find their prayers answered. Their prayers help them tap hidden reserves of faith and courage that were not available to them before.”
About This Quote
Source Book: When Bad Things Happen to Good People, 1981
Praying for inner strength and gratitude yields answers, while seeking miracles alone often leaves us empty.
In simple terms: Prayer for courage brings results; miracles rarely do.
Key Takeaway
Focus prayer on personal growth.
Themes
faith
resilience
gratitude
prayer
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- facing illness
- overcoming loss
- stressful work
- personal crises
Key Concepts
spiritual psychology
inner resources
hope
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner strengths do you need?
- How can gratitude shift your outlook?
A Different Perspective
Miracles can still occur unexpectedly.
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