May Quote by Paul Gerhardt
“Pray absolutely for those things you may pray for absolutely. Pray conditionally for those things you may pray for conditionally. For those things you can't pray for - don't.”
About This Quote
Source Hymn: "Pray Absolutely," 17th‑century hymn
Prayer should be sincere: fully commit to what you can truly ask for, and accept limits where prayer is impossible.
In simple terms: Pray honestly, accept limits.
Key Takeaway
Align prayers with genuine belief.
Themes
faith
integrity
humility
Mood
solemn
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- counseling
- spiritual direction
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you accept inability to pray for something?
- How do you discern genuine versus conditional prayers?
A Different Perspective
May discourage seeking help for impossible situations.
