Car Quote by Peter Kreeft
“The first rule for prayer, the most important first step, is not about how to do it, but to just do it; not to perfect and complete it but to begin it. Once the car is moving, it's easy to steer it in the right direction, but it's much harder to start it up when it's stalled. And prayer is stalled in our world.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Prayer, 2015
Prayer’s first step is simply to begin, not to perfect; once started, it becomes easier to guide, but many people are stalled, making prayer ineffective.
In simple terms: Start praying without aiming for perfection.
Key Takeaway
Begin prayer; let it guide you.
Themes
faith
action
perfection
initiation
guidance
Mood
encouraging
reflective
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- group worship
- daily routines
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
spirituality
habit formation
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- What holds you back from beginning prayer?
- How can you accept imperfection in spiritual practice?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can prevent people from starting prayer.
