Bears Quote by John Wesley
“Bear up the hands that hang down, by faith and prayer; support the tottering knees. Have you any days of fasting and prayer? Storm the throne of grace and persevere therein, and mercy will come down.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Duty of Constant Prayer" by John Wesley, 1745
Faith and prayer support us when we are weak, urging perseverance and inviting mercy.
In simple terms: Prayer steadies us in weakness.
Key Takeaway
Rely on faith and prayer in hardship.
Themes
faith
perseverance
mercy
Mood
contemplative
encouraging
Type
religious
motivational
When to use this quote
- times of illness
- financial strain
- spiritual doubt
Key Concepts
spiritual discipline
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How does prayer change your response to difficulty?
- What actions accompany prayer for lasting change?
A Different Perspective
Prayer alone may not solve practical problems.
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