Christian Quote by Leonard Ravenhill
“The law of prayer is the law of harvest: sow sparingly in prayer, reap sparingly; sow bountifully in prayer, reap bountifully. The trouble is we are trying to get from our efforts what we never put into them.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Harvest of Prayer, 1950
Prayer's effectiveness mirrors the effort invested; scant prayer yields limited results, while abundant prayer brings abundant blessings.
In simple terms: Prayer works like sowing and reaping.
Key Takeaway
Invest fully in prayer for greater outcomes.
Themes
faith
prayer
effort
reciprocity
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- community worship
- mission work
- charitable giving
Key Concepts
Theology
law of cause and effect
spiritual discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you praying with genuine intention?
- How does your effort reflect your expectations?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on effort may neglect grace or divine mystery.
