Bible Quote by Oswald Chambers
“When a man is born from above, the life of the Son of God is born in him, and he can either starve that life or nourish it. Prayer is the way the life of God is nourished. Our ordinary views of prayer are not found in the New Testament. We look upon prayer as a means of getting things for ourselves; the Bible's idea of prayer is that we may get to know God Himself.”
About This Quote
Source Book: My Utmost for, Oswald Chambers, 1924
Spiritual life is a divine presence that must be nurtured through prayer, not used as a tool for personal gain.
In simple terms: Prayer nurtures divine life within.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate God’s life through sincere prayer.
Themes
spirituality
prayer
relationship with God
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
devotional
theological
When to use this quote
- daily devotion
- personal crisis
- spiritual formation
- community worship
Key Concepts
theology
inner transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your view of prayer affect your connection with God?
- What practices help you move beyond self‑interest in prayer?
A Different Perspective
Prayer can feel mechanical if not heartfelt.
