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Assistance Quote by John Bunyan

“We know not the matter of the things for which we should pray, neither the object to whom we pray, nor the medium by or through whom we pray; none of these things know we, but by the help and assistance of the Spirit.” quote by John Bunyan
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“We know not the matter of the things for which we should pray, neither the object to whom we pray, nor the medium by or through whom we pray; none of these things know we, but by the help and assistance of the Spirit.”

John Bunyan

About This Quote

Source Book: The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan, 1678

Prayer is mysterious; we lack knowledge of its purpose, target, and method, yet the Spirit guides us.

In simple terms: We don’t know why or how we pray, but the Spirit helps.

Key Takeaway

Trust the Spirit’s guidance in prayer.

Themes

faith spirituality humility

Mood

reflective faithful

Type

spiritual theological

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • church services
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

theology mysticism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does trusting the Spirit mean to you?
  • How can you pray without full knowledge?
A Different Perspective

Limited understanding may cause doubt.

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