Preaching Quote by J. Gary Millar
““I could be wrong, but I strongly suspect that preachers are praying less today too. They (we) are certainly talking less about prayer than, say, 20 years ago. And while it’s true that there has been a significant resurgence of biblical preaching, I’m not sure this has been accompanied by a resurgence in praying—and especially not prayer about preaching. Gradually,””
About This Quote
Observes a decline in prayer among preachers despite a resurgence in biblical preaching, suggesting a disconnect.
In simple terms: Preachers pray less even as preaching rises.
Key Takeaway
Revive authentic spiritual practice.
Themes
religion
practice
culture
communication
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church services
- seminar discussions
- personal devotion
- public preaching
Key Concepts
faithfulness
spiritual authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- Why might preaching increase without prayer?
- How can spiritual disciplines be reinforced?
A Different Perspective
Cultural shifts may influence prayer habits.
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