Focus Quote by Masami Saionji

If you have never had any distractions you don't know how to pray.

— Thomas Merton

Become aware of God, in whose presence you are while you pray . . . Then take a formula of prayer and recite it…

— John Climacus

While praying, listen to the words very carefully. When your heart is attentive, your entire being enters your prayer without your having to force…

— Nachman of Breslov

One of the experiences of prayer is that it seems that nothing happens. But when you start with it and look back over a…

— Henri Nouwen

Begin to realize more and more that prayer is the most important thing you do. You can use your time to no better advantage…

— Ole Hallesby

Each day when you meditate, you should devote the first few minutes of your meditation to concentration. This will develop the power of the…

— Frederick Lenz

Don't be discouraged if the answer to your prayer does not come immediately. Study, ponder, and pray, sincerely having faith, and live the commandments.

— Joseph B. Wirthlin

Praying helps me see perspectives otherwise beyond me.

— Lysa TerKeurst

Prayer as focus is not a way of limiting what can be seen; it is a habit of attention brought to bear on all…

— Patricia Hampl

“Get crazy in prayer. Ask for the seemingly impossible; then watch it happen. Do not make judgments on what you are worthy of. Save…

— Pooja Ruprell

Just before a game, I try to keep a clear mind so that I can focus better. I'm the kind of person who plays…

— Viswanathan Anand

Praying with eyes wide open is the only way to pray without ceasing.

— Ann Voskamp