Asking god Quote by Paul E. Miller
““Prayer is asking God to incarnate, to get dirty in your life. Yes, the eternal God scrubs floors. For sure we know he washes feet. So take Jesus at his word. Ask him. Tell him what you want. Get dirty. Write out your prayer requests; don't mindlessly drift through life on the American narcotic of busyness. If you try to seize the day, the day will eventually break you. Seize the corner of his garment and don't let go until he blesses you. He will reshape the day.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon or devotional writing, unspecified source
Encourages active, personal prayer as a way to engage with God, warning against busyness and passive living.
In simple terms: Prayer should be active and personal, not just routine.
Key Takeaway
Pray actively and seek God's guidance.
Themes
faith
action
spirituality
Mood
reflective
urgent
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- journaling
- mindful living
- time management
Key Concepts
prayer practice
personal relationship with deity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “getting dirty” in prayer mean to you?
- How can you balance busyness with intentional spirituality?
A Different Perspective
May be challenging for those overwhelmed by schedules or skeptical of religious practices.
