Canterbury Quote by Justin Welby
“It is a really good question. The other day I was praying over something as I was running, and I ended up saying to God, ‘Look, this is all very well, but isn’t it about time you did something, if you’re there?’ Which is probably not what the archbishop of Canterbury should say.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Justin Welby, 2023
A prayerful questioning of divine timing, blending faith with personal urgency.
In simple terms: Questioning when God will act.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on your expectations of divine help.
Themes
faith
patience
expectation
humor
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
spiritual
personal
When to use this quote
- running
- personal crisis
- spiritual doubt
- seeking guidance
Key Concepts
theology
personal prayer
human-divine relationship
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance patience with desire for action?
- What does “God being there” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the mystery of divine timing.
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