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“Oh, how few find time for prayer! There is time for everything else, time to sleep and time to eat, time to read the newspaper and the novel, time to visit friends, time for everything else under the sun, but-no time for prayer, the most important of all things, the one great essential!” quote by Oswald J. Smith
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“Oh, how few find time for prayer! There is time for everything else, time to sleep and time to eat, time to read the newspaper and the novel, time to visit friends, time for everything else under the sun, but-no time for prayer, the most important of all things, the one great essential!”

Oswald J. Smith

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Importance of Prayer, 1935

People claim they have time for everything except prayer, yet prayer is essential for spiritual health.

In simple terms: Prayer is essential despite busy schedules.

Key Takeaway

Make time for daily prayer.

Themes

faith priorities spirituality time management

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • morning routine
  • stress relief
  • community worship
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

theology habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you fit prayer into your day?
  • What benefits have you noticed from regular prayer?
A Different Perspective

Busy schedules can cause neglect of deeper needs.

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