Weak Quote by John Piper
““When you bow down your head to pray Let the first thing that you say Be a lowly word and meek: "I admit that I am weak.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Weight of Worship, 2010
Prayer should begin with honest humility, acknowledging personal weakness before God.
In simple terms: Start prayer by admitting weakness.
Key Takeaway
Admit your frailty before praying.
Themes
humility
prayer
spiritual honesty
Mood
reflective
reverent
Type
spiritual
devotional
When to use this quote
- personal worship
- confessional prayer
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does admitting weakness change your prayer experience?
- What prevents you from being honest with God?
A Different Perspective
If humility is forced, it may feel insincere.
